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… Pregnancy and alcohol use Last updated July 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 38d … HealthLinkBC File #38e Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder . How much alcohol is risky? There is no known safe amount of … . How can I prepare for prenatal and health care visits? Some …
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… How to take a temperature: Children and adults Last updated … (rectal method) What type of thermometer should I use? A digital thermometer is best for taking temperatures … with cool, soapy water and rinse off before and after use. How should I take a child’s temperature? From birth to age …
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… Home canning - How to avoid botulism Last updated February 28, 2023 … Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is botulism and how is it caused? Botulism is a serious form of food poisoning that can …
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… Understanding harm reduction: Substance use Last updated December 1, 2023 HealthLink BC File number … helps their families, friends and communities. Research shows harm reduction activities can: Reduce stigma Increase … activities encourage people to use substances. Research shows that harm reduction activities do not encourage …
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… inserted under the skin of the arm Hormonal contraception uses 1 or 2 hormones similar to estrogen and progestin, … as anti-seizure drugs. Ask your health care provider about how your hormonal contraception may affect your other … my contraception? Yes. Certain medications may affect how well your hormonal contraception works. Some may stop …
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… for families, caregivers and friends of people who use substances Last updated December 1, 2023 HealthLink BC … support and build trust for loved ones who use substances. How can families, caregivers and friends reduce harm with … Accept that the person may not want supports at this time How can families, caregivers, and friends reduce harm with a …
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… the general oral health of your developing baby. Research shows there may be a link between periodontal disease and … ear infections and may have a higher risk of infant death How can I keep my teeth and gums healthy? Your teeth can be … a fluoride mouth rinse Do not smoke/vape, drink alcohol or use cannabis during pregnancy Continue to have regular …
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… visits, you may have physical exams and other tests to see how healthy your liver is. You may also be referred to a … disease, liver cancer, or the need for a liver transplant. How can I prevent passing HCV on to others? HCV is spread … on them in a separate plastic bag before disposing into household garbage (for example, bandages, tissues, tampons, …
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… B virus infection? Hepatitis B is a disease of the liver caused by the hepatitis B virus (HBV). What are the symptoms? … to right upper side of the stomach area, dark urine, pale stools, joint pain and jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes). Many people who get hepatitis B show no symptoms and may not know they have the disease. How …
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… such as saliva, semen and vaginal fluid, can contain viruses that can be passed on to other people. If you have … to prevent infection with hepatitis C. Blood tests will show if you were exposed to hepatitis C or have acquired the … whether your exposure puts you at risk of these infections. How do I prevent the spread of infection to others? …
