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… flare-up action plan Immunizations Living with COPD For your information Understanding COPD Chronic obstructive lung … confidence and control over COPD Fraser Health COPD Self-Management Program: provides education and tips on how to … intensive, home-based respiratory care, education and case management for patients being discharged from hospital to …
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… are illnesses that last a long time, require treatment and management and often do not get better on their own. Some … help you avoid further complications and better manage of your symptoms. The main symptom of FM is pain that is felt in all parts of your body and lasts for at least three months. Over time, the …
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… Safe and responsible use Talking about substance use with your family Cannabis for medical purposes Laws and … on the use of non-medical cannabis in British Columbia For your information Common questions about cannabis Non-medical … These chemicals may affect the brain and other parts of the body's nervous system. THC and CBD are the most well-known …
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… are important for people of all ages. They help your immune system recognize and quickly kill bacteria and … or death. By getting immunized, you not only protect yourself and your family, but others as well. Many vaccines are provided …
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… some parts of the province. Too much heat can be harmful to your health and cause heat-related illnesses. Learn more … to your health. Heat-related illness is the result of your body gaining heat faster than it can cool itself down. … safe temperature. If you come across a child or animal in distress left in a hot vehicle, call 9-1-1 . For more …
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… Symptoms generally include 2 or more of the following body systems: Skin: hives, swelling (face, lips, tongue), … a known or suspected severe allergic reaction Call 9-1-1 or your local emergency service. Tell them someone is having a … individuals, schools and organizations develop effective management strategies: Patient and School Resources … Severe …
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… planning is the process of thinking about and writing down your wishes or instructions for present or future health … treatment in the event you become incapable of deciding for yourself. Your advance care plan should include information … Care Planning Caregiver Tips Quick Tips: Reducing the Stress of Caregiving End-of-life care Care at the End of …
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… the following topics to learn more about asthma: Assessing your asthma knowledge Asthma and vocal cord problems Asthma … children: Knowing how bad an attack is Asthma's impact on your child's life How asthma develops in children Treating … to understand more about childhood asthma. Learning that your child has asthma can leave you with many questions. …
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… common injuries and prevention tips will help keep you and your community members safe. Despite our efforts to keep … tips for swimmers (HealthLinkBC File #39) Mental health Stress, social isolation and loneliness may be contributing … Domestic conflicts have also increased. Post-traumatic stress disorder has emerged for essential services workers. …
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… C, or human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), you should go to your nearest emergency department immediately. It is … therapy. For more information, read Contact with blood and body fluids: Protecting against infection ( HealthLinkBC File #97 ). To find your nearest emergency department, search the HealthLink BC …