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… Alcohol and other drug use during pregnancy Last updated October 24, 2024 Overview … Disorder, also known as FASD. FASD is an umbrella term used to describe the range of disabilities caused by prenatal exposure to alcohol. It is the leading …
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… is vaping? Youth and vaping Laws and regulations on the use of vapour products in British Columbia Vaping-related … are not harmless. Children, youth and non-smokers should not use them, and they should not be used during … cessation prescription drugs or nicotine replacement therapy products. For more information about the program, …
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… smart Last updated August 28, 2024 On this page: Opioid use support Questions you may have Useful websites Featured … in urban, suburban and rural areas of the province. Why should I be concerned about fentanyl? Fentanyl is a lot more … taken by people who use illegally possessed drugs. People should be aware that drugs they obtain other than from …
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… is Zika virus found? Who is at risk of getting Zika virus? Should pregnant women be concerned about Zika virus? How can … Zika virus infection, also called Zika virus disease, is caused by a virus which is spread by the bite of an infected … the virus through sexual contact with an infected partner. Should pregnant women be concerned about Zika virus? Yes. …
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… as the flu, is an infection of the respiratory system caused by the influenza A and B viruses. Every year, influenza … vaccine (flu vaccine) . On this page: Flu symptoms Who should get an influenza vaccine? Getting vaccinated against … about Influenza (the Flu) (HealthLinkBC File #12b) . Who should get an influenza vaccine? Everyone 6 months of age …
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… get this infection? What are the symptoms of an infection caused by Mycobacterium chimaera? What should I do if I have symptoms of infection? Should everyone who had heart surgery, heart transplant or …
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… page: Common questions about cannabis Safe and responsible use Talking about substance use with your family Cannabis for medical purposes Laws and … recommendations focus on non-medical use of cannabis but should also be considered if you use cannabis for medical …
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… during fall Respiratory illnesses Several respiratory viruses are causing illness in B.C. including COVID-19 and … Disorder (SAD) Seasonal Affective Disorder: Using Light Therapy Seasonal allergies Pollen, molds, dust mites and … Rhinitis Allergies: Avoiding Outdoor Triggers Allergies: Should I take Allergy Shots? Hay Fever and Other Seasonal …
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… the lungs, getting worse over time. The disease can cause persistent coughing, infections, fatigue and shortness of breath. The leading cause of COPD is smoking, however non-smokers exposed to … for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) Oxygen therapy: Using oxygen at home Pulmonary rehabilitation …
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… B, hepatitis C, or human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), you should go to your nearest emergency department immediately. … C infection may be prevented or cured with antiviral therapy. For more information, read Contact with blood and …
