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… Getting your pregnancy passport Last updated August 8, 2013 … to support you in having a healthy pregnancy, tracking your progress, and preparing for your baby. The Pregnancy … 7.1MB) The Pregnancy Passport is published by Perinatal Services BC in partnership with the Ministry of Health and …
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… Register your pregnancy for prenatal care Last updated April 15, 2015 … pregnant people who are residents of B.C.. Receiving these services is as simple as connecting with your health … (PDF,106KB) Not sure what health authority you live in? Search by community name.   Useful resources Healthy start: …
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… Work Closely With Your Doctor On this page: Overview Find a Doctor Who Will Be … become certified by completing training in a specialty area and passing an exam to demonstrate that they have the … you use the Internet to find health information, start by searching sources such as Health Canada, the Public Health …
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… Diabetes: Checking Your Feet On this page: Overview … Overview When you have diabetes, you'll need to check your feet every day. Look at all areas of your feet, including between your toes. Use a …
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Your body after pregnancy Last updated August 14, 2013 Having a baby not only changes your life - it can transform your body, too. You will … You have pain, swelling, and redness near your caesarean incision. The stitches on your caesarean incision open …
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… Preparing for Your Hospital Stay On this page: Overview Related … and even a little stressed. By taking steps to prepare for your stay ahead of time, you can get control of some of that … leave. If you're having surgery, don't shave the surgery area yourself. Remove any nail polish or makeup. Remove all …
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… Walk your way to health Last updated January 9, 2013 Walking is one of the best ways to improve your health. It's free and low-impact and can be enjoyed … on your own, stick to familiar paths and well-lit populated areas. Let someone know where you will be and when you …
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… Preparing Your Child for the Hospital On this page: Overview Overview If your child is facing a hospital stay, you want to do all you … a less busy time, when one of the nurses in your child's area will be available to meet you and your child. Include …
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Your Home Health Centre On this page: Overview Cold Pack … Otoscope Thermometer Overview More of your health care takes place in your home than anywhere … with the disaster preparation and response plan for your area. Keep the appropriate supplies on hand. If small …
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… COPD: Clearing Your Lungs Actionset Overview When you have too much mucus in your lungs, learning to clear your lungs may help you save energy and improve your