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… The second dose is given 1 month after the first dose. The third dose is given 5 months later. If you may have been … under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye Syndrome. For information on Reye Syndrome, see HealthLinkBC File #84 Reye … can legally consent to or refuse immunizations. For more information on mature minor consent see HealthLinkBC File …
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… important for people to receive early treatment, care and information to manage their disease. This includes information about how to prevent passing HIV to other … planning a pregnancy? Knowing your HIV status is important information in planning a healthy pregnancy. Both you and …
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… or have not had a one-time booster against polio. For more information, visit HealthLinkBC File #13 Polio vaccine (IPV) … against hepatitis A and B is also available. For more information, visit HealthLinkBC File #33 Hepatitis A … vaccine is only 1 dose at the travel clinic. For more information, visit HealthLinkBC File #41j Typhoid vaccine . …
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… protects you from the effects of wildfire smoke. For more information on wildfire and your health, read HealthLinkBC: … and fire debris Algal blooms in water sources. For more information on cyanobacteria blooms (blue-green algae), read … water, and launder any clothing before wearing it. For more information about health and safety around fire retardants, …
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… Lodging Clothing Emotional support resources Crisis information Reuniting families How can I become a volunteer? … to focus on their own or their families’ needs. For more information For more information on becoming a Public Safety Lifeline Volunteer, …
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… authority’s environmental agency, the Drug and Poison Information Centre or your local fire department for help (see contact information below). DO NOT use a vacuum cleaner or a … larger than the amount of 1 or 2 tablespoons (contact information below) DO clean only spills on hard surfaces or …
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… inhaling asbestos that is released into the air. For more information on safe handling of asbestos, see WorkSafeBC – … asbestos fibres can cause cancers and lung diseases. For information on health risks of inhaling asbestos, see … ingesting asbestos has any health concerns. For more information Health Canada For more information about …
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… of rights means ignoring older adults’ rights to privacy, information or community supports they are eligible for … abused and/or neglected, you can call seniors Abuse and Information Line (SAIL) to receive guidance about your … for confidential help Know where to call to get help or information Respect the person's choices If you are a …
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… at the same time Genetics and many other factors For more information on pregnancy and alcohol use, visit HealthLinkBC … and alcohol use . An Alcohol Counselor, BC Alcohol and Drug Information and Referral Service is available 24 hours per day for information on where counseling is available in your area. …
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… whether the TB bacteria are sleeping or awake. For more information about TB skin testing, visit HealthLinkBC File … in the lungs) to a lab to test for TB bacteria. For more information, visit HealthLinkBC File #51b Sputum collection … to search for your local health unit’s contact information. What is the treatment? You can treat both TB …