29 results found
Health features
… to get pregnant should consider waiting at least two months after returning from a Zika-infected area or after … using condoms or avoid having sex for the duration of the pregnancy until more is known. Avoid donating blood for … Manitoba. Testing can be arranged through your doctor. Babies can be assessed to ensure that they are developing …
Health features
… of immunizing your child (HealthLinkBC File #50b) Your baby’s immune system and vaccines (HealthLinkBC File #50a) … you can receive these missing routine vaccines for free. Pregnancy Women should avoid becoming pregnant for one month … be up to date on vaccinations to protect you and your baby. If you are breastfeeding or chest feeding, the MMR …
Health features
… File #78) Preventing falls in older adults Child safety: Preventing falls Transportation Take precautions … between your chin and the strap. To learn more about bike safety, visit The BC Cycling Coalition: Cycling Safety Safe storage Keep medications and poisonous …
Health features
… Beat the heat Last updated July 5, 2024 During the summer months, temperatures in British Columbia can exceed 30°C … Medications and heat Hot car warning Workplace health and safety Places to keep cool Heat-related illnesses Too much … illness (HealthLinkBC File #35) Prickly heat rash Safety for infants and young children during extreme heat …
Health features
… Document Vietnamese Flooding can affect your health and safety in a number of ways. You may be required to evacuate … in or near your community, you may be evacuated to a safer area. For more information, please visit the … are steps you can take to make the transition easier and safer. Clean-up After a Flood (HealthLinkBC File #20) …
Health features
… should not use them, and they should not be used during pregnancy. What is vaping? Vaping is inhaling aerosol or … such as cosmetics and sweeteners. However, the long-term safety of inhaling the substances in vaping products is …
Health features
… respiratory illness season. Starting in October, everyone 6 months and older can get an updated influenza (flu) and … Routine immunizations Childhood immunizations begin at 2 months of age and continue until your child is 4 to 6 years … the benefits of vaccinating your child and more. Your Baby's Immune System and Vaccines (HealthLinkBC File #50a) …
Health features
… Reaction to Insect or Spider Venom Physical activity After months of cold weather, many of us jump at the chance to get … Allergies Over-the-Counter Medicines for Allergies Sun safety The days are getting longer and the sun is getting … Skin From the Sun Provincial Health Services Authority: Sun Safety Sun Safety for Children (HealthLinkBC File #26) …
Health features
… such as EV-D68 are most common in the summer and fall months. To protect yourself and your family against …
Health features
… sound before the next breath. The cough can last several months and often occurs more at night. Pertussis can cause … in Canada, 1 to 3 deaths occur due to pertussis, mostly in babies less than 3 months of age who have not been … of Immunizing Your Child (HealthLinkBC File #50b) Your Baby’s Immune System and Vaccines (HealthLinkBC File #50a) …
