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… and neglect of older adults Last updated September 14, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 93a Elder Abuse Prevention Series … Abuse and neglect in later life can affect an adult’s health, happiness, safety and financial security. Older … older adults with respect. When people experience personal problems or stresses, they might be at greater risk of …
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… inflammatory disease (PID) Last updated September 1, 2019 HealthLink BC File number 08c Sexually Transmitted … pass back to you or your partner(s), and may cause health problems later on. If that happens, talk with your health … Some people can have an STI and not have any symptoms. Finding and treating an STI reduces the chances of passing …
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… Gonorrhea Last updated February 1, 2019 HealthLink BC File number 08a Sexually Transmitted … reactive arthritis which includes skin, eye and joint problems. It is also associated with a higher chance of … Some people can have an STI and not have any symptoms. Finding and treating an STI reduces the chances of passing …
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… West Nile virus Last updated June 1, 2018 HealthLink BC File number 88 Download PDF Document English … cannot find a cause, or other symptoms of WNV, contact your health care provider. What is the treatment for West Nile … that can carry WNV are most active in the evening and early morning, especially at dusk and dawn Install mosquito …
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… Tick bites and disease Last updated June 1, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 01 Download PDF Document English … the tick(s). If you cannot reach the tick or see it clearly, get someone else to remove the tick for you or see a health care provider to remove it. Be sure to check for …
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… Malaria prevention Last updated December 28, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 41f Travel Series Download PDF … travel At least 4 weeks before you travel, speak with your health care provider or visit a travel health clinic. Ask … immediately about your travels. Malaria is treatable with early diagnosis and prompt treatment, which can also prevent …
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… Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder Last updated July 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 38e Download PDF Document English … a term used to describe a range of health and behavioural problems affecting people exposed to alcohol during … suggestions on how to best support them. Recognizing FASD early can give a child with FASD the best chance to reach …
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… disease (C. gattii) Last updated February 1, 2018 HealthLink BC File number 98 Download PDF Document English … symptoms especially for long periods of time, talk to your health care provider. Your health care provider can request … severe symptoms and consult your health care provider for early diagnosis and treatment. If you are a smoker, you can …
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… constipation with diet: adults Last updated March 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 68l Nutrition Series Download PDF … medications Use of supplements such as iron and calcium Health conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome, … celiac disease and depression When should I see a health care provider? See your health care provider if any …
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… and outdoor air pollution Last updated December 12, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 65e Download PDF Document English … Air quality is also reported in the form of the Air Quality Health Index (AQHI). The AQHI provides information about … such as emergency room visits and hospital stays Premature (early) death, particularly among people who have a higher …
