229 results found
HealthLinkBC files
… transmitted infections (STIs) Last updated March 1, 2019 HealthLink BC File number 08o Sexually Transmitted … Spanish Document Vietnamese How do I know what my sexual health status is? Routine testing will tell you if you have … more likely you are to be exposed to an STI. Talk to your health care provider about getting tested for STIs, or go to …
HealthLinkBC files
… 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. … be swallowed. For more information on hand washing, visit HealthLinkBC File #85 Hand washing: Help stop the spread of …
HealthLinkBC files
… 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 … are small enough to be inhaled and some can cause health problems. Moulds, for example, can cause allergic …
HealthLinkBC files
… and pools: Safe water quality Last updated August 1, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 27b Download PDF Document English … Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Health concerns of hot tubs and pools Hot tubs and pools can … in hot tubs and pools, contact your local environmental health office, or your local pool and hot tub service …
HealthLinkBC files
… immune system and vaccines Last updated January 1, 2016 HealthLink BC File number 50a Child Immunization Series … on time. The vaccines are free. Call your local public health unit or health care provider to make an appointment. Check what you …
HealthLinkBC files
… Tick bites and disease Last updated June 1, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 01 Download PDF Document English … get someone else to remove the tick for you or see a health care provider to remove it. Be sure to check for … you. General symptoms of fever, headache, muscle and joint pains, fatigue, or weakness of the muscles of the face Skin …
HealthLinkBC files
… Pubic lice Last updated February 1, 2018 HealthLink BC File number 08h Sexually Transmitted … The bites may also become infected, causing irritation and painful swelling. Bites from the lice can cause a rash or … eyes. For more information about treatment, speak with your health care provider. Your sexual partner will need to be …
HealthLinkBC files
… Breastfeeding or chestfeeding Last updated July 12, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 70 Child Nutrition Series Download … milk is good for your baby because it: Is the safest and healthiest food for babies Is easy for your baby to digest … for help? Get help early if you have any of the following: Pain when breastfeeding or chestfeeding Sore, cracked or …
HealthLinkBC files
… Scabies Last updated August 27, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 09 Download PDF Document English … itchiness and skin rashes have many causes, only your health care provider can confirm if you have scabies. What … Scabies will not go away without treatment. Speak with your health care provider before you begin treatment. Topical …
HealthLinkBC files
… Clean-up after a flood Last updated September 23, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 20 Download PDF Document English … Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What are the health hazards after a flood? Anyone who has had a flood at … tests to show the water is safe. For more information, see HealthLinkBC File #05b Well Water Testing . If the water in …
