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… Handling respiratory illnesses Last updated April 22, 2024 Download … illnesses? Making a decision to seek care Common lung disease and respiratory conditions How can I prevent respiratory illnesses? …
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… Chronic obstructive lung disease (COPD) Last updated January 29, 2024 Download … more about being active with COPD, visit: Persons with lung conditions COPD: Using exercise to feel better Learn more … and educational resources. You can speak to a certified respiratory educator for answers to questions on lung …
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… of the airways. Asthma may present with one or more respiratory symptoms. Symptoms of asthma include: Wheezing … this video with support from Child Health BC and the BC Lung Association. Childhood Asthma: A Guide for Families and … resources with the latest asthma news and information. BC Lung Foundation A non-profit and volunteer-based health …
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… commonly known as the flu, is an infection of the respiratory system caused by the influenza A and B viruses. … include viral or bacterial pneumonia, which affects the lungs. The risk of complications can be life-threatening. … seniors 65 years and older, and people with certain medical conditions) and those able to transmit or spread influenza …
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… sneezing) to severe (for example, difficulty breathing) respiratory illness or neurological complications (for … especially if you have a history of asthma or other lung conditions Make sure your immunizations are up to date. …
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… free as part of your child's routine immunizations. Respiratory illness Getting vaccinated helps protect … yourself, your community and B.C.’s health care system this respiratory illness season. Starting in October, everyone 6 … your flu and COVID-19 vaccines, visit the BC Government Respiratory Illness page. For information on respiratory …
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… Activity Services . Understanding health risks during fall Respiratory illnesses Several respiratory viruses are causing illness in B.C. including … and influenza (flu). For resources to support you during respiratory illness season including information on …
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… Should everyone who had heart surgery, heart transplant or lung transplant surgery receive antibiotics just in case? … is one of a group of common bacteria that sometimes cause lung infections or severe illness in people with weakened … this infection after heart surgery, heart transplant or lung transplant surgery are very low. Mycobacterium chimaera …
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… updated October 9, 2024 Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is a respiratory illness caused by the virus SARS-CoV-2. Symptoms of COVID-19 are similar to other respiratory illnesses, including the flu and the common … Getting vaccinated against COVID-19 As we moved into viral respiratory illness season, the virus continues to circulate …
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… work? For emergency planning if you have specific health conditions, see: BC Children’s Hospital: Diabetes Emergency … chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD), other respiratory conditions or heart problems should be monitored … harmful to your health, especially for those with heart and lung conditions, older adults and children. For more …
