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… Tuberculosis (TB) Last updated October 30, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 51a Download PDF Document English … disease? Infection occurs when you breathe TB bacteria into your lungs and your body's defences stop the bacteria from growing and …
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… Water fluoridation facts Last updated August 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 28 Download PDF Document English … occurring element, high concentrations may be bad for your health. Fluoride is recommended to prevent tooth decay … For more information on water fluoridation, please contact your dentist or dental hygienist, the dental program at your …
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… Tuberculosis (TB) skin test Last updated October 30, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 51d Download PDF Document English … a TST to see if you have ever been exposed to TB. It tells your health care provider if your body has “seen” the bacteria before. This test alone …
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… of people who use substances Last updated December 1, 2023 HealthLink BC File number 102b Download PDF Document English … or substance use disorder, it is important to take care of yourself: Participate in an in-person or online support group Take time and space for your own health and wellbeing through sports, art, dance, …
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… Well water testing Last updated June 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 05b Download PDF Document English … know what type of well you are connected to please contact your local health authority. If you own a well that supplies … ). You should contact your local health authority for further information ( …
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… HIV and HIV tests Last updated June 1, 2017 HealthLink BC File number 08m Sexually Transmitted … for mothers living with HIV) exposure in the work environment (e.g., health care providers or emergency … of transmitting it to others. You can greatly reduce your risk of transmitting HIV to others by taking …
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… HIV testing in pregnancy Last updated July 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 38a Download PDF Document English … breast/chest feeding. Because of the risk of passing HIV to your baby, it is very important for you to get tested for … You need to start treatment as soon as possible to improve your own health and help you have a healthy pregnancy and …
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… in British Columbia Last updated November 14, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 49a Download PDF Document English … or feces. If you have fever, swollen glands or changes in your vision, you should see your health care provider … quality of the water you are drinking, contact the local environmental health officer at the health authority. Visit …
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… testing for Tuberculosis (TB) Last updated October 30, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 51b Download PDF Document English … (or phlegm) is mucus that you cough up from deep inside your lungs. It is usually thick, cloudy and sticky. Sputum is not saliva (spit) as saliva comes from your mouth and is thin, clear and watery. Do not collect …
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… Emergency contraception (EC) Last updated September 1, 2023 HealthLink BC File number 91b Download PDF Document English … plastic device wrapped in copper. It is inserted into your uterus (via your vagina) by your health care provider. When inserted …
