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… HealthLink BC File number 95 Download PDF Document English What is a bed bug? Bed bugs are small, quick-moving, … such as anxiety and insomnia. If you are concerned about your physical or mental health symptoms, please consult your … because they leave behind less moisture, which reduces the risk of mould. Steam will only kill the bed bugs it touches, …
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… Vietnamese Why do I need iron? Iron is a mineral that your body uses to make hemoglobin (pronounced … age, sex, whether you are pregnant or breastfeeding, and what food sources of iron you eat. What foods contain iron? … to 4.9 Pumpkin seeds/kernels, roasted 60 mL (1/4 cup) 4.7 Cold cereal with added iron 30 g 4.5 Blackstrap molasses 15 …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What are the health hazards after a flood? Anyone who has … has been arranged. If a public water supply system serves your home, you will be notified if, and when, your water is … Other clean-up work can continue, as asbestos poses little risk when it is undisturbed. For more information, see …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is fetal alcohol spectrum disorder? Fetal Alcohol … . It is not known how much alcohol it takes to cause harm. Your baby's brain and nervous system develop throughout your … are the most harmful to your baby. Visit the Canadian Low-Risk Alcohol Drinking guidelines to find out what a standard …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What are the symptoms of hepatitis C virus (HCV)? Most … after being cured. If you have chronic HCV, you should see your health care provider regularly. During these visits, … through blood-to-blood contact. While there is a very low risk of spreading the virus through other bodily fluids, …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is harm reduction? Harm reduction is a public health … or substance use disorder, it is important to take care of yourself: Participate in an in-person or online support … second-hand tobacco smoke and vapour HealthLinkBC File #30b Risks of alternative tobacco and nicotine products …
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… water, underwater logs or big rocks can cause serious injury. Stay within your abilities Swim only where you feel comfortable. Do not … At beaches stay inside marked areas or close to shore. Cold water or rough conditions may impact your swimming …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is emergency contraception (EC)? Emergency … plastic device wrapped in copper. It is inserted into your uterus (via your vagina) by your health care provider. … pregnant, ECPs will not interrupt the pregnancy or pose a risk to the fetus. Copper IUD Side effects of an IUD can …
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… Document Spanish Document Tagalog Document Vietnamese What is Tuberculosis (TB)? TB is a serious disease caused by … on TB, visit HealthLinkBC File #51a Tuberculosis (TB) . What is sputum? Sputum (or phlegm) is mucus that you cough up from deep inside your lungs. It is usually thick, cloudy and sticky. Sputum …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is reye syndrome? Reye syndrome is a rare disease that … in children under 6 months of age without first talking to your health care provider. Always use the dosage indicated … or as recommended by your health care provider. What are the symptoms of reye syndrome? Symptoms of Reye …
