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Immunization for health care workers in BC

… and pain in the joints. Infections in the first 3 months of pregnancy can cause severe harm to a developing baby; about … care settings. It also helps reduce illness among employees during the influenza season. Influenza is an infection of …

Tetanus diphtheria pertussis Tdap vaccine

… recommended and provided free to pregnant people in every pregnancy. The vaccine should be given at 27-32 weeks of pregnancy regardless of previous Tdap immunization history …

HIV and HIV tests

… is lower) a mother with HIV can pass it to her baby during pregnancy, childbirth, or while breastfeeding (breastfeeding …

Caffeinated energy drinks

… Powerade®, are designed to rehydrate the body after intense exercise. Some sports drinks are high in sugar. Others …

Measles mumps rubella and varicella MMRV vaccine

… infected with the virus in the first 3 months of their pregnancy. Rubella can also cause miscarriage or stillbirth. … will die from the infection. Rarely, infection early in pregnancy can result in a baby being born with birth …

Healthy eating for chronic hepatitis

… check with your health care provider or a qualified exercise professional before becoming more active. For More …

Seniors as emergency response volunteers

… volunteers or leaders. Volunteers may help provide services during emergencies. These services can include: Lodging … in an emergency? Everyone has a different reaction during emergencies or disasters. Relying on volunteers during and after an emergency can place more stress or …

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

… Files #30c Quitting smoking HealthLinkBC Files #38d Pregnancy and alcohol use HealthLinkBC File #97 Contact with …

Heat-related illness in infants and young children

… the heat and humidity are much higher than we would expect during a normal summer day. Extreme heat can be harmful to … need. This makes it especially important to monitor them during extreme heat events. If your infant or child is sick, … HealthLinkBC File #35a Safety for the perinatal population during extreme heat HealthLinkBC File #35b Safety for …

A better immunization experience for your child

… immunizations may be stressful for you, try to be calm during the appointment and when talking about immunization … musical toy to distract your child immediately before and during the vaccination. Ask older children questions about … processes pain is less active when children are distracted during immunizations. Babies: Breastfed babies: Nurse your …