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… long-term care in an emergency Last updated August 24, 2023 HealthLink BC File number 103c Download PDF Document English … family members cared for in a long-term care facility? B.C. health authorities are required to have emergency … from hospitals and other health care facilities. The Community Care and Assisted Living Act requires all licensed …
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… Lead paint and hazards Last updated September 1, 2017 HealthLink BC File number 31 Download PDF Document English … very low levels of lead into the blood may have harmful health effects on the intellectual and behavioural … stairs and railings can expose you and your family to health risks. Before you begin renovations, consider the …
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… population during extreme heat Last updated June 27, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 35a Heat-related Series Download … if your house gets too hot. Go to local cooling centres or community spaces, such as libraries or malls Sleep in the … such as air-conditioning, talk to a health care provider or workplace safety officer to find out what measures exist to …
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… influenza (flu) vaccine Last updated October 4, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 12d Influenza (Flu) Series … recommended for include: People who provide essential community services, including police officers, firefighters, …
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… Arsenic in drinking water Last updated March 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 49c Download PDF Document English … arsenic can have serious short term and long-term health effects. How does arsenic get into drinking water? … drinking water from natural deposits or runoff from agriculture, mining and industrial processes. In B.C., natural …
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… tests for infants and children Last updated October 1, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 71b Download PDF Document English … may happen in the hospital before you go home or in your community soon after birth. Most babies born in a hospital … or visit the BC Early Hearing Program, Provincial Health Services Authority at …
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… Combustion by-products Last updated December 13, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 65c Download PDF Document English … from car exhaust coming in through a garage. What are some health concerns of combustion by-products? Carbon monoxide … Air quality and health www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/air-quality.html Government of Canada: Combustion …
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… Bed bugs Last updated September 3, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 95 Download PDF Document English … on clothing, backpacks, luggage and books. Are bed bugs a health concern? A bed bug bite typically causes a red bump … wall (such as areas where pipes, wires and other utility services enter) Eliminate clutter Be careful what you bring …
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… in British Columbia Last updated November 14, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 49a Download PDF Document English … glands or changes in your vision, you should see your health care provider immediately. Who is more likely to get … concerned about the quality of the drinking water in your community. For more information, see HealthLinkBC File #56 …
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… blood spot card screening Last updated October 1, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 67 Download PDF Document English … benefits of early detection and treatment, visit Perinatal Services BC www.newbornscreeningbc.ca . How is my baby … have been made with your midwife for collection in the community between 24-48 hours of life. Screening detects …
