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… use during pregnancy Last updated October 24, 2024 Overview When you are pregnant, or planning to become pregnant, the …
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… with a person’s blood or body fluids and you are not using preventative measures, you could be at risk of HIV, … vomit or urine, may contain and pass on these viruses when blood is present in the fluid, but the risk is low. … fill in the court file number, court location and the date, time and location of the court hearing when you file the …
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… www.emergencyinfobc.gov.bc.ca Emergency shelters BC Housing: Emergency shelters program provides a temporary place … the winter months. The holidays can also be a stressful time for many people and may cause some of us to experience … lifestyle, visit the Healthy living during winter page. When to visit the emergency room The Emergency Room (ER) in …
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… help protect you from getting an infectious disease. When you get vaccinated, you help protect others as well. … from the summer months. Planning meals and snacks ahead of time can help make a busy schedule more manageable and … Respiratory illnesses Several respiratory viruses are causing illness in B.C. including COVID-19 and influenza …
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… at all. There is no specific treatment or vaccine at this time. Are there any risks of complications from Zika virus? … is present. A developing baby exposed to the Zika virus when the mother is bitten by an infected mosquito, or when … If your partner is pregnant, it is recommended you consider using condoms or avoid having sex for the duration of the …
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… small amounts at first Use supervised injection services when possible Do not mix with alcohol or other substances … from addiction is much more complicated than just stopping drug use. People with addiction deserve compassion … of accidental overdose much higher. It is roughly 50 to 100 times more toxic than morphine. In recent years there have …
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… Spanish Document Vietnamese An allergic reaction occurs when a person's immune system treats a protein (an allergen) … can vary from person to person and can look different each time they have a severe allergic reaction. Symptoms … not, go to the nearest hospital as soon as possible after using the product, as instructed in the product labelling …
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… Temperatures during the summer in British Columbia can sometimes exceed 30°C.  We all want to make the most of the … stay cool during the warm weather. If you are spending more time outdoors, you may increase your risk of getting injured … The BCCDC is encouraging everyone to be aware of disease-causing ticks and prevention of Lyme disease that can result …
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… on many unique facts and considerations in your life. When you have made the decision to create a No CPR order, …
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… chimaera is one of a group of common bacteria that sometimes cause lung infections or severe illness in people with … Weight loss Shortness of breath Unexplained fever or chills When it comes to infants, signs and symptoms of … day or night to ask about your symptoms and for advice on when to see a doctor. If you are having severe signs, …