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… Healthy eating for chronic hepatitis Last updated November … hepatitis C virus, fatty liver and alcohol-related liver disease. Over time, people with chronic hepatitis may … and ask to speak with a registered dietitian. Do I need to take vitamin and mineral supplements? Maybe. People with …
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… Combustion by-products Last updated December 13, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 65c Download PDF Document English … dizziness, impaired vision and confusion If you have heart disease, it may cause chest pain High levels of carbon … wood stoves are installed and maintained correctly. Doors should be tight-fitting to prevent leakage Use only aged or …
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… Campylobacter infection Last updated August 1, 2020 HealthLink BC File number 58 Download PDF Document English … the most commonly reported bacterial enteric (intestinal) disease in B.C. What are the symptoms of a Campylobacter … suck their thumbs or put their hands in their mouths What should I do if I become infected with Campylobacter ? If you …
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… Febrile seizures (fever seizures) Last updated May 1, 2017 HealthLink BC File number 112 Download PDF Document English … can be given for fever or soreness. ASA (e.g. Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to … your child has had a seizure, even a brief one, you should take them to their health care provider to determine the …
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… Sulphur dioxide (SO2) Last updated December 12, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 65f Download PDF Document English … Air quality is also reported in the form of the Air Quality Health Index (AQHI). The AQHI provides information about … People with asthma or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) are at greater risk. Young children and older …
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… of people who use substances Last updated December 1, 2023 HealthLink BC File number 102b Download PDF Document English … Examples are: Access to safer substance use supplies Take home naloxone Drug checking services Referrals to health and social services Should families, caregivers and friends be concerned if a …
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… Heart Healthy Eating for People with High Cholesterol Last updated … lentils and some vegetables and fruit. To increase your intake: Choose oatmeal, oat bran or cereal with added psyllium … questions. What else can I do to lower my risk of heart disease? Reach and maintain your best weight Be physically …
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… Caffeinated energy drinks Last updated August 30, 2023 HealthLink BC File number 109 Download PDF Document English … Pediatric Society against their use. Parents and caregivers should be aware of the risks and side effects. If you choose … Canadian diet. Children and youth have the highest daily intake of these drinks. Consuming large amounts of sugary …
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… Giardia infection Last updated March 4, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 10 Download PDF Document English … treatment with anti-parasitic medication is necessary. What should I do if I become infected with Giardia ? If you have … Notice has been issued for your community water system, take the advice seriously and follow the instructions …
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… harm reduction: Substance use Last updated December 1, 2023 HealthLink BC File number 102a Download PDF Document English … (agonist) therapies such as methadone or suboxone Take home naloxone kits. The kits include medication to … knowledge around safer sex practices and sexual health Should I have concerns about harm reduction? Some people …
