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… Asbestos: When should I worry? Last updated February 1, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 32 Download PDF Document English … asbestos in cement, flooring and ceiling materials. Which health problems are caused by asbestos? Most of the time asbestos poses very little risk to your health. It is only a risk if you breathe in asbestos fibers …
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… Traveller's diarrhea Last updated March 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 41e Travel Series Download PDF … Document Vietnamese Traveller’s diarrhea is a common health concern affecting travellers to tropical countries. … for 24 to 48 hours. In children, people with underlying medical conditions, and the elderly, dehydration from …
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… Roseola Last updated March 1, 2018 HealthLink BC File number 83 Download PDF Document English … at the same time. Although your child may go back and forth between feeling comfortable and acting upset, they … children have these symptoms. When should my child see a health care provider? You cannot be sure your child has …
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… Grade 6 immunizations in B.C. Last updated June 22, 2023 HealthLink BC File number 50f Child Immunization Series … more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. Vaccines are the best way to protect your … File #84 Reye Syndrome . It is important to stay in the clinic for 15 minutes after getting any vaccine because …
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… (varicella) vaccine Last updated September 20, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 44b Download PDF Document English … File #84 Reye Syndrome . It is important to stay in the clinic for 15 minutes after getting any vaccine because … or gelatin Have an immune system weakened by disease or medical treatment Have had a blood transfusion or received …
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… tobacco smoke and vapour Last updated August 7, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 30a Download PDF Document English … smoking or vaping. This smoke or vapour is harmful to the health of both the person who smokes or vapes, and those who … smoke or vapour. How does second-hand smoke harm your health? Regular exposure to second-hand smoke can cause …
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… about influenza (the flu) Last updated September 16, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 12b Influenza (Flu) Series … people who have lung or heart diseases, certain chronic health conditions or weakened immune systems are at much … Common Sometimes Sore throat Common Sometimes Chest discomfort, coughing Sometimes mild to moderate Usual, can be …
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… type b (DTaP-IPV-Hib) vaccine Last updated March 1, 2018 HealthLink BC File number 15b Download PDF Document English … more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the DTaP-IPV-Hib vaccine? The … File #84 Reye Syndrome . It is important to stay in the clinic for 15 minutes after getting any vaccine because …
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… Children and adults Last updated August 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 99 Download PDF Document English … temperature. For more information on hand washing, see HealthLinkBC File #85 Hand washing: Help stop the spread of … young children. Use a rectal thermometer only if you are comfortable doing so and a health care provider has shown you …
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… on drinking water quality Last updated January 12, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 49f Download PDF Document English … wildfire smoke. For more information on wildfire and your health, read HealthLinkBC: Wildfires and your health . How … wildfire situation in B.C., see Public Safety & Emergency Services – Wildfire service at …
