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… heart rate, less oxygen to the heart and constricted blood vessels that increase blood pressure and make the heart work harder. In the long … Control Act www.bclaws.gov.bc.ca/civix/document/id/complete/statreg/96451_01 Resources and supports to quit …
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… “hee-muh-glow-bin”). Hemoglobin is found in your red blood cells and helps carry oxygen to all parts of your … with High Cholesterol (#68a) Healthy Eating to Lower High Blood Pressure (#68b) Iron and Your Health (#68c) Iron in …
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… have intense pain in your belly or rectum (bum) You have blood in your stool You have unexplained weight loss You … with High Cholesterol (#68a) Healthy Eating to Lower High Blood Pressure (#68b) Iron and Your Health (#68c) Iron in …
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… in the lungs include a cough for 2 to 3 weeks or longer, bloody spit, fever, night sweats, loss of appetite, … general health may mean further TB testing such as a TB blood test, chest x-ray or sputum samples. A chest x-ray is … Interferon Gamma Release Assay (IGRAs) reactive (TB blood test) Previous TB disease or TB infection If you …
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… symptoms include difficulty breathing or a drop in blood pressure. Symptoms of anaphylaxis can include any of … sneezing), trouble swallowing Heart : signs of a drop in blood pressure like weak pulse, feeling faint, dizzy or …
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… the intestinal tract. Very rarely, it can also infect the blood stream. When a person gets sick from this infection it … treatment. Symptoms may include: Mild to severe diarrhea Bloody diarrhea Nausea Stomach pain Fever Vomiting Symptoms … not go in the dishwasher such as cutting boards, utensils, counters, kitchen sinks and tap handles. Follow these steps: …
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… sharing. In rare instances, it can be spread by infected blood products. Hepatitis B can cause permanent liver … recommended if you plan to stay for 6 months or longer in a country where hepatitis B is common. It is also recommended if you expect to have sexual relations or blood contact with local residents.You will receive this …
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… vaginal or anal sex until after you and your partner(s) complete the antibiotic treatment. If you or your partners …
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… to the entire health care team. A health practitioner will complete a care plan when a person is admitted. They will …
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… system weakened by disease or medical treatment Have had a blood transfusion or received other blood products within the past 12 months Have active …