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… against hepatitis B at birth Last updated February 1, 2018 HealthLink BC File number 25d Download PDF Document English … infection, see HealthLinkBC File #25a Hepatitis B vaccine . How is a baby protected against hepatitis B at birth? When a … you get your child immunized, you help protect others as well. What are the possible reactions after the vaccine? The …
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… transmitted infections (STIs) Last updated March 1, 2019 HealthLink BC File number 08o Sexually Transmitted … Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese How do I know what my sexual health status is? Routine testing will tell you if you have …
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… Seniors' falls can be prevented Last updated July 31, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 78 Download PDF Document English … long-term disability and reduced quality of life. Falls, however, are not a normal part of aging. They are … indoor stairs and outdoor steps Make sure that stairs are well-lit and you have light switches at the top and bottom …
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… other biological contaminants Last updated October 29, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 65b Download PDF Document English … spread by releasing tiny spores into the air. What are some health problems caused by moulds and other biological … without proper ventilation may also help mould grow. How do I know if my home has moulds? Look for discoloration …
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… on drinking water quality Last updated January 12, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 49f Download PDF Document English … your health, read HealthLinkBC: Wildfires and your health . How can wildfires affect drinking water quality? Possible … and nitrite. Read HealthLinkBC File #05a Nitrate in well water and Ministry of Environment and Climate Change …
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… Role of Pets in Human Disease Last updated September 1, 2018 HealthLink BC File number 61a Download PDF Document English … wonderful companions and help keep us healthy and active. However, like people, they can become infected with … by a veterinarian upon arrival Keep your pet clean and well-groomed. Trim its nails often Keep your pet’s living …
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… Drinking water chlorination facts Last updated June 14, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 49d Download PDF Document English … File #49a Water-borne Infections in British Columbia . How long has chlorine been used to disinfect water? Chlorine … or boil your water and allow it to cool before using. Well water should be disinfected using the simple …
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… Giardia infection Last updated March 4, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 10 Download PDF Document English … that has not been properly filtered, treated or boiled. How can I become infected with Giardia ? Giardia cysts can … that other swimmers do not become infected. Wash your hands well with soap and water after using the toilet and before …
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… Cryptosporidium infection Last updated February 1, 2018 HealthLink BC File number 48 Download PDF Document English … infection in B.C. has decreased in recent years. How can I become infected with Cryptosporidium ? … as advised by your local health authority. Wash your hands well and often, which will help lessen the chance of …
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… HIV testing in pregnancy Last updated July 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 38a Download PDF Document English … to manage their disease. This includes information about how to prevent passing HIV to other people. A person with … to start treatment as soon as possible to improve your own health and help you have a healthy pregnancy and baby. …
