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… disease (C. gattii) Last updated February 1, 2018 HealthLink BC File number 98 Download PDF Document English … symptoms especially for long periods of time, talk to your health care provider. Your health care provider can request tests if you show symptoms, …
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… Spongy moth spraying Last updated August 28, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 90a Download PDF Document English … Forests website: www.gov.bc.ca/spongymoth . Are there any health concerns? Health Canada's Pest Management Regulatory Agency evaluates …
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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 … to prevent infection and keep the affected area clean. Using antiseptic creams or lotions, as well as …
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… and neglect of older adults Last updated September 14, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 93a Elder Abuse Prevention Series … Abuse and neglect in later life can affect an adult’s health, happiness, safety and financial security. Older … include pressuring an older adult with requests for money, using an older adult’s property or money without their …
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… tobacco smoke and vapour Last updated August 7, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 30a Download PDF Document English … or heating tobacco or vaping liquid. It’s produced when using combustible tobacco products and electronic vaping … smoking or vaping. This smoke or vapour is harmful to the health of both the person who smokes or vapes, and those who …
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… Children and adults Last updated August 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 99 Download PDF Document English … the best practices and the manufacturer's instructions when using NCITs. Remember that many factors affect NCIT accuracy … temperature. For more information on hand washing, see HealthLinkBC File #85 Hand washing: Help stop the spread of …
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… 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 … exposed to an STI or are being treated for an STI Discuss using protection, such as condoms, dental dam barriers and …
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… 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. … do not have a pre-packaged ORS mix, you can make your own using the recipe below. Use only until you’re able to get …
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… about influenza (the flu) Last updated September 16, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 12b Influenza (Flu) Series … people who have lung or heart diseases, certain chronic health conditions or weakened immune systems are at much greater risk. Healthy pregnant women in the second half of their pregnancy …
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… Insect repellents and DEET Last updated April 1, 2015 HealthLink BC File number 96 Download PDF Document English … the virus. For more information on West Nile Virus, see HealthLinkBC File #88 West Nile virus . What is DEET? DEET … a first line of defense. What are the age restrictions when using repellents with DEET? Guidelines for using repellents …
