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… tobacco smoke and vapour Last updated August 7, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 30a Download PDF Document English … There are ways to reduce the risks, such as by making your home smoke-free. How harmful is second-hand tobacco … be exposed to second-hand smoke. Smoke from a cigarette can stay in a room for hours even with an open window. Many of …
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… Seniors' falls can be prevented Last updated July 31, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 78 Download PDF Document English … Falls are the leading cause of injury-related deaths and hospitalizations for adults aged 65 years and older in B.C. … the Staying Independent Checklist (PDF, 1,502 KB) to assess your risk for falls or ask your doctor about falls risk …
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… and outdoor air pollution Last updated December 12, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 65e Download PDF Document English … because they can remain in the air longer, get deeper into your lungs and may even get into your bloodstream. Fine … Increased health care use such as emergency room visits and hospital stays Premature (early) death, particularly among …
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… Childhood vaccines are safe Last updated January 1, 2016 HealthLink BC File number 50c Child Immunization Series … Spanish Document Vietnamese Document Tigrinya Protect your children. Get all their vaccines on time. The vaccines … after the vaccine is given. This is why you are asked to stay at the clinic or health care provider’s office for 15 …
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… infection and genital warts Last updated November 1, 2019 HealthLink BC File number 101a Sexually Transmitted … infection at the same time. For an accurate diagnosis, a health care provider should check all suspicious bumps and … as hepatitis A, B and human papillomavirus (HPV). Talk to your health care provider about how to get these …
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… to food: Children and teens Last updated March 1, 2019 HealthLink BC File number 100a Download PDF Document English … can cause death if not treated. If you are not sure whether your child is at risk of a severe allergic reaction, ask … 5 minutes after the first dose Ensure your child gets to a hospital The above section has been adapted from: …
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… Shaken baby syndrome (SBS) Last updated July 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 86 Download PDF Document English … useful resources and strategies below to support you when your baby's crying causes feelings of frustration or … wrong, call your doctor or 8-1-1 , or take your baby to the hospital or health clinic. The most important thing to …
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… Rotavirus vaccine (Rotarix®) Last updated May 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 104a Child Immunization Series … Tigrinya Document Ukrainian Document Vietnamese Keep your child safe. Get all vaccines on time. By getting all … rotavirus disease, and almost all severe cases, including hospitalizations. When you get your child immunized you help …
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… Quitting smoking Last updated June 25, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 30c Download PDF Document English … to quit smoking. For many people, these include: Improve your health and lower your risk of smoking-caused illness, … Here are some steps to take: 1. Get motivated To help you stay motivated, make a list of the reasons you want to quit …
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… Healthy eating guidelines for people taking warfarin … Vietnamese Certain foods and beverages can affect how your warfarin works. This handout will help you to plan your … to eat solid foods for a few days. You have been in the hospital on a limited diet (due to surgery or illness) and …
