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Measles mumps rubella and varicella MMRV vaccine

… of your child’s routine immunizations. Call your health care provider to make an appointment. Who should get the … tongue or lips. If this reaction occurs, your health care provider is prepared to treat it. Emergency treatment … on mature minor consent see HealthLinkBC File #119 The Infants Act, Mature Minor Consent and Immunization . For …

Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder

… of alcohol be diagnosed? If you are worried about your infant or child, speak to your health care provider. A referral can be made to have your child … health or other health concerns. Where can families and caregivers go for help? Community resources in your regional …

Role of Pets in Human Disease

… problems from some of these infections include: Fetuses and infants Young children The elderly People with weakened … systems should discuss the risk of disease with their healthcare provider before getting a pet For more information on … warm water and soap right after the injury. See your health care provider if a bite is deep, becomes infected, or your …

The harmful effects of second-hand tobacco smoke and vapour

… smoke have a greater chance of dying from Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). For more information, please visit HealthLinkBC File #46 Sleep related infant death Children exposed to second-hand smoke have a …

Drinking water chlorination facts

… water-borne infections, such as typhoid fever and cholera. Infant mortality also declined. Most cities or towns in …

Pasteurized and raw milk

… can get sick from pathogens that may be found in raw milk. Infants, children, pregnant women, seniors, and people with …

Newborn blood spot card screening

… developmental delay, other health problems and even sudden infant death. In B.C., there are about 60 babies born each …

Tuberculosis TB

… may increase your risk of TB disease. Talk to your health care provider if you have HIV infection, chronic kidney … symptoms may vary. How can I be tested? Visit your health care provider for a check-up if you have symptoms of TB … or want to know if you have TB infection. Your health care provider will do a TB assessment and order the …

Hormonal contraception and using other medications at the same time

… pregnancy (all methods) Gender-affirming/transition care (the Pill) Acne control (some methods) Preventing heavy … during menstruation (IUDs) Other uses Talk to your health care provider about which method is right for you. Does … effectively, such as anti-seizure drugs. Ask your health care provider about how your hormonal contraception may …

Sputum testing for Tuberculosis TB

… can improve the accuracy of your test results. Your health care provider will let you know if you can collect the 3 … on separate days. Follow the instructions your health care provider gives you. How do I collect my sputum? To … Collect your sputum in the early morning unless your health care provider gives you different instructions Do not eat, …