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Harm reduction for families caregivers and friends of people who use substances

… naloxone Drug checking services Referrals to health and social services Should families, caregivers and friends be … share and provide connections to community services and culturally appropriate safe spaces). Accept that the person … reduction: Substance use HealthLinkBC File #118 Naloxone: Treating opioid overdose Image … Harm reduction for families …

Hearing loss in adults

… - An audiologist specializes in evaluating, diagnosing, treating and managing hearing loss, as well as other hearing, communication and balance-related disorders. They have a university education and are equipped … It can be adapted to different situational needs (such as social, recreational and work environments). People with …

Healthy snacks for adults

… English Many people include snacks as a part of their eating pattern. Snacks can: Give you energy Satisfy hunger … of food, and how often we eat can change based on many factors. This includes age, daily routine, activity level, … visit www.healthlinkbc.ca Nutrition Series Heart Healthy Eating for People with High Cholesterol (#68a) Healthy …

Preventing choking in babies and young children For child care providers

… in watches, calculators and handheld games How can I make eating safer for a child? Until children are at least 4 … Always supervise babies and young children when they are eating: Offer food in small amounts to prevent children from … out too fast and cause choking Have children sit up while eating and drinking Do not give children anything to eat or …

Pregnancy and alcohol use

… health, learning, memory, attention, communication and social skills. Each individual with FASD is unique and has … during the pregnancy. Or avoid drinking around them and in social situations when you are together Offer non-alcoholic drinks and bring non-alcoholic drinks to social events Encourage Recognize any efforts to reduce or …

Sputum testing for Tuberculosis TB

Abuse and neglect of older adults Understanding gender differences

… can be physical, emotional, financial, sexual, spiritual or social. Abuse and neglect can include not giving medications …

Asbestos When should I worry

… and water boilers, or used to tape together sections of heating ducts. You may also find asbestos in cement, flooring … cancer of the lining of the body cavity) What are the risk factors for asbestos exposure? Many factors influence how exposure to asbestos will affect your …

Managing constipation with diet adults

… hormones A change in regular routine or travelling Not eating enough fibre Not drinking enough fluids Not getting … such as irritable bowel syndrome, colorectal cancer, eating disorders, underactive thyroid, diabetes, Parkinson’s …

Burns and scalds in young children

… to restore normal function Increased rates of mental health disorders such as anxiety and depression What increases the risk of burns in young children? Personal risk factors: Age: Younger children (0-4 years) are at higher … occur more frequently in boys than girls Environmental risk factors: Kitchen hazards: Hot drinks left unattended …