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… doctor. Avoid infections such as COVID-19, colds, and influenza (flu). Get the flu vaccine every year. Get a pneumococcal vaccine shot. If you …
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… Cigarette smoke, air pollution, and chemicals. A cold, influenza (flu), or another type of upper respiratory infection. … may cause asthma symptoms. Stay up to date on your COVID-19 vaccines. Remind others to stay up to date too. Get an …
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… you are 65+ and/or need more immediate support, check out Seniors' Health , Seniors BC or Advance Care Planning . Staying active Being …
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… raised bump that might itch. The bump becomes a painless, fluid-filled blister and later forms a black centre of dying … as long as 60 days). At first you may feel like you have influenza (flu), with a sore throat, a mild fever, and muscle … should be treated with antibiotics and a few doses of the vaccine to prevent infection. Not everyone who has been …
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… blood as your body needs. Sudden heart failure causes rapid fluid buildup, or congestion, in the lungs and other parts … problems. Extremely high blood pressure, which can cause fluid buildup in the lungs (pulmonary edema). Things that … such as COVID-19, colds, and influenza (flu). Get the flu vaccine every year. Get a pneumococcal vaccine shot. If …
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… foods. Limit sodium, sugars, and alcohol. Drink plenty of fluids (unless your doctor has told you to limit your fluid intake). Be active at a safe level. Try to exercise on … such as COVID-19, colds, and influenza (flu). Get the flu vaccine every year. Get a pneumococcal vaccine. If you have …
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… swelling. They may feel like they have a bad cold or influenza (flu) instead. Mumps usually goes away on its own in about 10 … ( oophoritis ), or the pancreas ( pancreatitis ). The mumps vaccine protects against the illness. This vaccine is part …
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… about ways to manage your risk. Should you get the COVID-19 vaccine? The simple answer is yes. The COVID-19 vaccine is safe and effective for almost everyone. The only … it are those who've had a severe allergic reaction to the vaccine's ingredients. Experts recommend staying up to date …
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… getting very sick by staying up to date on your COVID-19 vaccines and getting an influenza (flu) vaccine or a pneumonia vaccine. Your doctor also may …
