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… Getting vaccinated against COVID-19 COVID-19 symptoms Testing and treatment Staying at home if you are sick Mental health resources Getting …
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… are venturing out into the wilderness or staying close to home, it is important that you know how to take care of … During a Sporting Event To learn about first aid as well as treatments you can do at home for minor injuries, see our First Aid Learning Centre. Insect bites and stings Spring is the start of insect season. Learn how to …
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… wishes or instructions for present or future health care treatment in the event you become incapable of deciding for … Care Planning Brochure (PDF, 1.55 MB) Expected/planned home deaths In British Columbia, individuals have the right to choose to die at home. For information about how to have an expected/planned …
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… Easy ways to make food safer (HealthLinkBC File #59a) Home canning – how to avoid botulism (HealthLinkBC File #22) … health risk (HealthLinkBC File #72) Insect bites and stings You may come into contact with insects that bite or sting during the summer. Don’t let bugs stop you from …
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… or you may have to evacuate if a wildfire is close to your home. Preparing in advance for wildfires can help you keep … Helping your child with stress After a wildfire Returning home When your local or First Nations government has declared it is safe for you to return home, there are steps you can take to make the transition …
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… obstructive pulmonary disease) . Managing COPD There are treatments to help you with COPD. You may be already taking … pulmonary disease (COPD) Oxygen therapy: Using oxygen at home Pulmonary rehabilitation Travelling with oxygen COPD … Pulmonary Disease (COPD) The Canadian Lung Association home page Your health authority Vancouver Coastal Health …
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… in teenagers and adults Asthma in older adults: Managing treatment Treating asthma Treatment strategies have been … Controlling dust, dust mites and other allergens in your home Controlling pet allergens Indoor air quality … File #65e) Tips for reducing indoor pollutants in your home Wildfires and your health Asthma: Controlling …
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… the common cold and COVID-19. If you are sick, stay home until your fever is gone to help prevent the spread of … if you or your family members need further assessment or testing for COVID-19. Understanding seasonal influenza can … how to prevent it, what the symptoms are, what the home treatments are and more, see Facts about Influenza (the …
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… vaccines might be different from those recommended in your home country. If you are missing any recommended vaccines, … health unit, community health centre, at primary care homes, doctor's offices, travel health clinics and … for Disease Control (BCCDC) Provides direct diagnostic and treatment services to people with diseases that may affect …
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… or by touching contaminated surfaces. There is no specific treatment or vaccine for EV-D68. Most people will get better on their own without any treatment. The risk of severe illness is low for most … face Keep common surface areas clean and disinfected Stay home if you are sick Seek medical care right away if you are …
