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… The pregnant traveller Last updated March 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 41g Travel … some infections. Some of these infections can also affect your developing baby. If you are pregnant and want to … travel plans, recreational activities, medical needs, and what you should pack in your travel health kit Contact your …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is yersiniosis? Yersiniosis is an intestinal infection … If you have severe cramps or severe diarrhea, see your health care provider. How can I prevent yersiniosis? … some questions. They may also ask you to provide a fecal (stool) sample. This will help find the source of the …
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… babies and young children: For child care providers Last updated April 16, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 110b Child … to the child's parent or a health care provider to find out what foods are safe for that child. What is choking? Choking … a child is turning blue and cannot speak or cough, follow your organization's health and safety procedures. Call 9-1-1 …
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… of older adults: Information for family caregivers Last updated September 1, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 93b Elder … Others experience mixed feelings, conflict and tension. What types of abuse or neglect can happen to older adults? … and the possibility of abuse or neglect, pay attention to your own emotional and physical health. Here are some signs …
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… Asbestos: When should I worry? Last updated February 1, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 32 Download … Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is asbestos? Asbestos refers to a group of naturally … Most of the time asbestos poses very little risk to your health. It is only a risk if you breathe in asbestos …
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… Syphilis Last updated February 15, 2023 HealthLink BC File number 08e … Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is syphilis? Syphilis is a bacterial infection. The … vaginal fluid Sharing sex toys Syphilis can also spread to your baby during pregnancy or birth. This is known as …
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… Home isolation for Tuberculosis (TB) Last updated October 30, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 51c … from person to person (TB disease in the lungs or throat), your health care provider may ask you to stay in home … immune systems are at the highest risk of getting sick. What is Tuberculosis (TB)? TB is a serious disease caused by …
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… Caring for seniors in long-term care in an emergency Last updated August 24, 2023 HealthLink BC File number 103c … emergency preparedness and planning at the facility where your family member lives, you may ask: What is the facility’s evacuation plan Where would facility …
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… Tuberculosis (TB) skin test Last updated October 30, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 51d … Document Spanish Document Tagalog Document Vietnamese What is Tuberculosis? Tuberculosis (TB) is a serious disease … a TST to see if you have ever been exposed to TB. It tells your health care provider if your body has “seen” the …
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… Scabies Last updated August 27, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 09 Download … Document Spanish Document Punjabi Document Vietnamese What is scabies? Scabies is a skin infestation caused by the … Because itchiness and skin rashes have many causes, only your health care provider can confirm if you have scabies. …
