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… testing for Tuberculosis (TB) Last updated October 30, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 51b Download PDF Document English … (or phlegm) is mucus that you cough up from deep inside your lungs. It is usually thick, cloudy and sticky. Sputum is not saliva (spit) as saliva comes from your mouth and is thin, clear and watery. Do not collect …
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… Emergency contraception (EC) Last updated September 1, 2023 HealthLink BC File number 91b Download PDF Document English … plastic device wrapped in copper. It is inserted into your uterus (via your vagina) by your health care provider. When inserted …
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… Yellow fever vaccine Last updated March 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 41i Travel Series Download PDF … if you travel to or work in some countries. Discuss your travel plans with a public health unit, a travel clinic, or your health care provider at least 6 to 8 weeks before you …
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… The pregnant traveller Last updated March 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 41g Travel Series Download PDF … some infections. Some of these infections can also affect your developing baby. If you are pregnant and want to travel, you should speak with your health care provider to discuss your travel plans and …
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… Prenatal ultrasound Last updated August 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 116 Download PDF Document English … Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Your health care provider may request that you have one or more ultrasound scans during your pregnancy. These prenatal ultrasound scans provide …
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… medications at the same time Last updated September 1, 2023 HealthLink BC File number 91a Download PDF Document English … 1 or 2 hormones similar to estrogen and progestin, which your body produces. It can have many clinical uses … bleeding during menstruation (IUDs) Other uses Talk to your health care provider about which method is right for …
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… Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder Last updated July 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 38e Download PDF Document English … . It is not known how much alcohol it takes to cause harm. Your baby's brain and nervous system develop throughout your pregnancy. All types of alcohol, including beer, wine, …
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… Healthy eating for chronic hepatitis Last updated November … chronic hepatitis may develop cirrhosis. Cirrhosis damages your liver so it doesn’t work well. If you have cirrhosis or other complications, your nutrition needs may be different. Speak to your health …
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… well with hepatitis C virus Last updated November 1, 2023 HealthLink BC File number 40b Download PDF Document English … after being cured. If you have chronic HCV, you should see your health care provider regularly. During these visits, … may have physical exams and other tests to see how healthy your liver is. You may also be referred to a specialist for …
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… polysaccharide vaccine Last updated September 10, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 62b Download PDF Document English … for people with certain medical conditions. Speak with your health care provider to find out if you need a second … to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more information on Reye …
