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… Injury prevention Last updated January 7, 2025 Injuries are one of the leading causes of emergency room visits for all age groups. Yet, many … on the road: Drive at or below the speed limit Stay focused while driving. Do not use your phone or other hand-held …
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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 … In B.C., vapour products are regulated in the same way as tobacco products. Tobacco and vapour products cannot be sold to minors or …
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… smart Last updated August 28, 2024 On this page: Opioid use support Questions you may have Useful websites Featured health services Opioid use support … Mental Health Resource Centre – Substance Use . Overdose prevention and response in B.C. Drug-related overdoses and …
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… (lose consciousness) to have a concussion. On this page: Causes of concussions Prevention Recovery For your information Causes of concussions Activities that can cause a concussion …
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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 Regulations on the use of non-medical cannabis in British Columbia For your …
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… Government of British Columbia: Communicable Disease Prevention in K-12 Schools Featured topics Bullying Bullying … immune system recognize and quickly kill bacteria and viruses that can cause serious illness or death. The Human Papillomavirus (HPV) …
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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 spreads in our communities, … for Disease Control BCCDC provides health promotion and prevention services, and diagnostic and treatment services …
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… Asthma: How to overcome treatment obstacles Asthma: Overuse of quick-relief medicines Living with more than one … for asthma: Myths and facts Living with asthma Practicing prevention can reduce asthma attacks and reduce illness. … Shingles vaccine (HealthLinkBC File #111) Vaccinations Useful resources The Asthma Society of Canada Provides free …
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… months and often occurs more at night. Pertussis can cause complications such as pneumonia, seizures, brain damage … and youth health Vancouver Coastal Health: Whooping Cough Useful resources BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC) … in public health through surveillance, detection, prevention and consultation. They also provide direct …
