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… a variety of foods, including food you might have stored in your cupboards or pantry. If you eat food that has been … of the trap toward the wall. When the rodents get used to feeding, set the traps. Make sure the bait is securely … food for a few days prior to baiting, so the rodent starts feeding in the area Read and follow the directions on the …
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… 2 (SARS-CoV-2) that causes COVID-19. The vaccines cause your body to produce antibodies that will help protect you … history. Getting all the recommended doses of vaccine is your best protection against COVID-19. It is important to … you develop after receiving the vaccine, speak with your health care provider or call 8-1-1 for advice. Rare …
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… vaccines are usually available beginning in October. For your best protection, get immunized as soon as possible. You … at https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/health/managing-your-health/immunizations/flu . Who should get the vaccine? … of the throat, tongue or lips. If this reaction occurs, your health care provider is prepared to treat it. Emergency …
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… to person is by direct contact, usually with the hands. If your hands become contaminated, the VRE bacteria can enter your body if you put your hands into your mouth or eat something without first …
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… light, and helps you to tell colours apart. Vitamin D helps your body absorb calcium and reduces the risk of … or developing immune systems. What can you do to protect yourself and your family? Purchase milk products from your grocer or …
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… during pregnancy important? It is important to take care of your teeth and gums during pregnancy for the following … reasons: Hormonal changes during pregnancy can affect your gums, causing them to bleed, become more sensitive, … may affect the general oral health of your developing baby. Research shows there may be a link between periodontal …
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… to take extra precautions with their drinking water. Ask your doctor or nurse practioner how weak your immune system … #49b Disinfecting Drinking Water HealthLinkBC File #69b Feeding Your Baby Formula: Safely Making and Storing Formula … Preventing …
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… an emergency? If the police or RCMP orders you to evacuate your home or community, leave the area immediately. You are … people to assist you during an emergency. Give them keys to your home and add their contact information to a shared emergency plan. Tell your support network about any health conditions or …
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… amounts of blood on them From a pregnant person to their baby, during pregnancy or birth What are the symptoms? Most … antibody test means that you have or had hepatitis C. If your antibody test is positive, you need a ribonucleic acid … the risk for HCV transmission in the last 12 months since your last test Talk to your partner(s) about safer sex and …
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… transmission is lower) a mother with HIV can pass it to her baby during pregnancy, childbirth, or while breastfeeding (breastfeeding is not recommended for mothers living … of transmitting it to others. You can greatly reduce your risk of transmitting HIV to others by taking …