221 results found
HealthLinkBC files
… disease An immune system weakened by disease or medical treatment Chronic liver disease, including cirrhosis, … it hard to clear fluids from the mouth or throat An alcohol use disorder Experiencing homelessness People who use illicit …
HealthLinkBC files
… influenza vaccine is made of killed influenza viruses or parts of the viruses. It protects against infection … with certain medical conditions, including: Heart or lung disorders that require regular medical care, such as asthma, … health care provider is prepared to treat it. Emergency treatment includes administration of epinephrine …
HealthLinkBC files
… polysaccharide or conjugate vaccines. The conjugate vaccine used in B.C. provides longer lasting protection against … or a spleen that is not working properly Immune system disorders including complement, properdin, factor D or … health care provider is prepared to treat it. Emergency treatment includes administration of epinephrine …
HealthLinkBC files
… or your health care provider’s letter, you may be refused entry to the country you are visiting, or you may be … health care provider is prepared to treat it. Emergency treatment includes administration of epinephrine … of age and older People with a history of thymus disease or disorder, including myasthenia gravis, thymoma, thymectomy, …
HealthLinkBC files
… are at high risk of burns and scalds. The most common cause of burns and scalds in young children is from contact … scald for young children? Hospitalization for painful burn treatment, which can require surgery Pressure garments and … to restore normal function Increased rates of mental health disorders such as anxiety and depression What increases the …
HealthLinkBC files
… helps protect babies against diarrhea and vomiting caused by rotavirus. It does not protect against diarrhea and … health care provider is prepared to treat it. Emergency treatment includes the administration of epinephrine … immune systems Had intussusception or has an intestinal disorder that may result in intussusception Babies who have …
HealthLinkBC files
… or a spleen that is not working properly Immune system disorders including complement, properdin, factor D or … in the clinic for 15 minutes after getting any vaccine because there is an extremely rare possibility, less than 1 in a … health care provider is prepared to treat it. Emergency treatment includes administration of epinephrine …
HealthLinkBC files
… is Tuberculosis? Tuberculosis (TB) is a serious disease caused by a germ (bacteria) that spreads through the air when … uses a tiny needle to inject a small amount of a test substance called Tubersol® under the top layer of skin on … health care provider is prepared to treat it. Emergency treatment includes administration of epinephrine …
HealthLinkBC files
… Document Vietnamese Mercury is a naturally occurring substance that exists in 3 main forms: elemental (pure … might I have elemental mercury in my home? Some common household products contain elemental mercury. This includes … Your healthcare provider can order tests and provide treatment. Small residential mercury spills rarely, if ever, …
HealthLinkBC files
… has teeth, they are at risk for tooth decay. Many things cause tooth decay, including the bacteria that is normally found in the mouth. Without treatment, decay can spread deeper into the tooth. The decay … clean Avoid dipping the soother in honey or other sweet substances that can cause tooth decay By age 1 or 2, if your …
