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… immune system and vaccines Last updated January 1, 2016 HealthLink BC File number 50a Child Immunization Series … vaccines on time. The vaccines are free. Call your local public health unit or health care provider to make an … as soon as possible, your baby should get their vaccines starting at 2 months of age. Most vaccines need to be given …
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… well with hepatitis C virus Last updated November 1, 2023 HealthLink BC File number 40b Download PDF Document English … you may have physical exams and other tests to see how healthy your liver is. You may also be referred to a … blood has direct contact with your blood to visit a local public health unit or their health care provider Tell your …
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… Childhood vaccines are safe Last updated January 1, 2016 HealthLink BC File number 50c Child Immunization Series … vaccines on time. The vaccines are free. Call your local public health unit or health care provider to make an … from harmful germs without getting the disease. Like healthy food and clean water, vaccines help keep your child …
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… Treating opioid overdose Last updated November 1, 2020 HealthLink BC File number 118 Download PDF Document English … arrest and death. Why is opioid overdose an important public health issue? The number of opioid overdoses per year in …
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… very important for you to get tested for HIV. You need to start treatment as soon as possible to improve your own health and help you have a healthy pregnancy and baby. Should I get tested if I am … You can also contact your local public health unit for more information about HIV and HIV …
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… Preventing neural tube defects Last updated April 16, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 38c Download PDF Document English … Why is folate important for my health? Folate helps make healthy new cells. If you do not get enough folate, you … of British Columbia: www.sbhabc.org or call 604-878-7000 Public Health Agency of Canada: Your Guide to a Healthy …
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… and outdoor air pollution Last updated December 12, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 65e Download PDF Document English … doors closed if it is not too hot to do so Spend time in public spaces, such as libraries and shopping malls where … engines, or switch to an electric vehicle Walk, cycle, take public transit or carpool whenever possible For more …
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… that you feed your baby and store milk before you start drinking. How soon you can start breast/chest feeding … full potential. Early diagnosis and support in a safe and healthy family situation may help prevent future issues such … . For contact information to your local public health unit and to find services that are available …
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… important for your child’s health. Dental care keep teeth healthy for a lifetime. Healthy baby teeth help children eat … your baby’s gums with a wet clean face cloth. When teeth start to come in, use a small soft-bristled toothbrush with … if your water supply contains fluoride, call your local public health unit. For more information on water …
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… or cure TB are free through Provincial TB Services and public health units. How does it spread? TB spreads from … you breathe TB bacteria into your lungs and the bacteria start to grow in number, and they may spread throughout your … chances of a TB infection becoming TB disease? If you are healthy and a person with TB infection, you have a 5 to 10% …
