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… Seniors' falls can be prevented Last updated July 31, 2024 HealthLink BC … long-term disability and reduced quality of life. Falls, however, are not a normal part of aging. They are … your doctor, a qualified exercise professional or health care provider about the best type of exercise program for …
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… reduce the risks, such as by making your home smoke-free. How harmful is second-hand tobacco smoke? Second-hand … chemicals, hundreds of which are toxic and at least 70 that can cause cancer. There is no risk-free level of exposure to … Resources and supports to quit smoking and vaping Getting help can make quitting easier. People who make a plan and …
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… Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Wildfires can impact water sources used for our drinking water. For … have a harmful effect on your body. Drinking lots of water helps reduce inflammation and protects you from the effects … your health, read HealthLinkBC: Wildfires and your health . How can wildfires affect drinking water quality? Possible …
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… Home canning - How to avoid botulism Last updated February 28, … Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is botulism and how is it caused? Botulism is a serious form of food … I take to avoid botulism? To avoid botulism, use extreme care when canning at home. There are different methods of …
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… How to take a temperature: Children and adults Last updated … fever accurately, including: Relative humidity Significant perspiration Positioning on forehead Exposure to cold … to hold the thermometer under their tongue long enough: Carefully place the tip of the thermometer under your …
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… healthy. Hand washing is the most important thing you can do to help stop the spread of germs that cause illnesses … yourself and others by knowing when to wash your hands. How should I properly wash my hands? To properly wash your … lenses Wash your hands after you: Change a diaper Take care of a sick child Wipe your child’s nose or blow your …
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… Caring for seniors in long-term care in an emergency Last updated August 24, 2023 HealthLink … Hazards, such as wildfires, floods and earthquakes, can happen at any time. It is important to consider the … care when planning for, or responding to emergencies. How are family members cared for in a long-term care …
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… Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese As a parent or caregiver, you can help your child learn important food skills and eating … eating is about more than just what we eat. It’s also about how we eat. You and your child have different roles at meal …
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… Dental care for your infant and toddler Last updated March 1, 2021 … is normally found in the mouth. Without treatment, decay can spread deeper into the tooth. The decay can cause pain … Association, the damage that sugar does to teeth depends on how much sugar goes into the mouth and how long it stays in …
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… Allergy safe child care facilities Last updated March 1, 2019 HealthLink BC … staff, parents and children. While child care facilities cannot be expected to be completely free of the foods that … Other : anxiety, headache, metallic taste or uterine cramps How is a severe allergic reaction treated? When a reaction …
