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… heat faster than it can cool itself down. Heat-related illnesses can almost always be prevented. Heat-related … at increased risk for heat-related illness if they do not have access to a cool indoor environment. They include: … day. Ask your health care provider about how much water you should drink on hot days if you are on water pills or …
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… risk of heat-related illness, especially if they do not have access to a cool indoor environment. Heat can build up … likely to get a sunburn. Sunburns can make heat-related illnesses more likely and more severe. Sweat is the body’s … much faster than an older child or adult. What signs should I look for? Your infant or young child may not be …
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… Asbestos: When should I worry? Last updated February 1, 2024 HealthLink BC … include: Your health history, such as if you smoke or have pre-existing lung diseases How much asbestos was in the … home was built before 1990, then you are more likely to have asbestos in your home. It could be in the insulation … … Asbestos When should I worry …
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… Why seniors should get the inactivated influenza (flu) vaccine Last … vaccine? Speak with a health care provider if you: Have had a life-threatening reaction to a previous dose of … for people who have heart, lung or other health conditions. These complications can sometimes be fatal. For …
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… are waterborne infections? Waterborne infections are any illnesses caused by drinking water contaminated with certain … people who get infected with a waterborne infection will have no symptoms at all, and probably will not know they … have fever, swollen glands or changes in your vision, you should see your health care provider immediately. Who is …
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… poor balance and poor posture One or more chronic and acute illnesses: for example, osteoporosis, the effects of a stroke, Parkinson’s disease, arthritis, heart disease, incontinence or acute infection …
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… information, visit Immunize BC: How vaccines work . Who should get the vaccines? The vaccines are recommended for … assisted living facilities People with underlying medical conditions Pregnant people Health care workers First … . If you had, or may have had, COVID-19 you should still get the vaccine. This is …
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… information, visit Immunize BC: How vaccines work . Who should get the vaccine? The protein subunit vaccine is … . If you had, or may have had, COVID-19 you should still get the vaccine. This is … those who are older and those with certain chronic health conditions such as diabetes, heart disease or lung disease. …
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… seizures can happen with any condition that causes a fever. Conditions that can cause a fever include common childhood illnesses such as a cold, the flu, an ear infection, or … can be given for fever or soreness. ASA (e.g. Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to …
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… are infected worldwide. It is rare in Canada, but cases have been found in British Columbia and Nunavut. How can I … especially if they breastfeed for 6 months or more Should I breastfeed if I have HTLV-1? If you are infected … as a result of their infection. For those who do develop illnesses, such as ATLL, there are some treatments …
