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… of pre-existing lung or heart conditions Increased health care use such as emergency room visits and hospital stays … most likely to be affected by particle pollution include: Children Older adults Those with heart or lung disease, such … disease (COPD) People who are pregnant and their unborn children How can I protect my health against particle …
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… the fact that you carry VRE to your workplace, school or daycare setting. If you have a VRE infection, your health care provider will give you the treatment you need. While … hands before eating, drinking, smoking or applying personal care products, and after using the toilet. Wash your hands …
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… cooling system, such as air-conditioning, talk to a health care provider or workplace safety officer to find out what … For more information on heat-related illness and keeping children safe during extreme heat, visit: HealthLinkBC File … illness HealthLinkBC File #35b Safety for infants and young children during extreme heat For more information on foods …
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… If you have an ongoing health concern, talk to your health care provider about your trip. Ask your doctor for a letter … safety please visit HealthLinkBC File #26 Sun safety for children Safe sex Always use a condom for sexual … Travel immunizations for adults (#41c) Travelling with children (#41d) Traveller's diarrhea (#41e) Malaria …
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… also be at higher risk if you have had intensive hospital care or surgery, particularly in hospitals where previous … You do not need to disclose to your workplace, school or daycare setting that you carry MRSA. Mild infections of the … for at least 20 seconds using warm water and soap (to help children wash their hands long enough, sing the ABC song). …
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… limit certain food sources of fibre. Speak with your health care provider or registered dietitian to find out how much … it hard to eat enough fibre from food, talk to your health care provider or registered dietitian about a fibre …
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… or changes in your vision, you should see your health care provider immediately. Who is more likely to get sick? … or who have had cancer treatment Infants and young children Pregnant women Older adults People with a chronic … serious complications, including death. Speak to your healthcare provider if you have a weakened immune system, or are …
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… HPS can be treated. Most patients are admitted to intensive care in a hospital. Some patients may be given anti-viral … above, follow these steps: Pour disinfectant solution carefully onto debris to avoid disturbing any virus present …
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… with a public health unit, a travel clinic or your health care provider at least 6 to 8 weeks before you travel. This … Adults usually receive one dose of the vaccine. Sometimes children receive 2 doses. For more information, visit … America, South East Asia, India and Africa. Travelling children are especially at risk due to their tendency to …
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… your doctor, a qualified exercise professional or health care provider about the best type of exercise program for … tailored to you. If you do fall, report it to your health care provider and discuss medical, environmental and …
