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… COVID-19 mRNA vaccines Last updated October 10, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 124a Download PDF Document English … 2 (SARS-CoV-2) that causes COVID-19. The vaccines cause your body to produce antibodies that will help protect you … history. Getting all the recommended doses of vaccine is your best protection against COVID-19. It is important to …
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… difficulties in care facilities Last updated June 17, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 110a Download PDF Document English … treatments like surgery. They can also start because of health conditions like dementia, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), … in care facilities? It's important for the entire health care team to be aware of any problems a person in …
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… quadrivalent vaccines Last updated June 30, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 23b Download PDF Document English … people may need additional doses of the vaccine. Speak with your health care provider to find out if you need more doses … to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more information on Reye …
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… blooms (blue-green algae) Last updated July 1, 2019 HealthLink BC File number 47 Download PDF Document English … If you are unsure about the quality of the water, contact your local health authority. Are cyanobacteria harmful? … to cyanobacteria by drinking water or by getting it on your skin during recreational activities (swimming, boating …
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… for Tuberculosis (TB) Last updated October 30, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 51c Download PDF Document English … from person to person (TB disease in the lungs or throat), your health care provider may ask you to stay in home … . What does home isolation mean? Remain in your home and avoid contact with others Take your medicines …
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… harm reduction: Substance use Last updated December 1, 2023 HealthLink BC File number 102a Download PDF Document English … What is harm reduction? Harm reduction is a public health approach to substance use (including alcohol, … drug policy. The aim of harm reduction is to support the health and wellbeing of people who use substances. Harm …
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… protein subunit vaccine Last updated October 10, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 124c Download PDF Document English … 2 (SARS-CoV-2) that causes COVID-19. The vaccine causes your body to produce antibodies that will help protect you … immune system, you may need more than one dose depending on your immunization history. Getting all the recommended doses …
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… Caffeinated energy drinks Last updated August 30, 2023 HealthLink BC File number 109 Download PDF Document English … (energy drinks) are advertised as being able to boost your energy and make you feel more alert. Common brands … interact with many medications. Talk with a pharmacist or your health care provider before using energy drinks if you: …
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… for family caregivers Last updated September 1, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 93b Elder Abuse Prevention Series … and the possibility of abuse or neglect, pay attention to your own emotional and physical health. Here are some signs of stress: Changes in your feelings, such as becoming anxious or depressed feeling …
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… diarrhea and cholera vaccine Last updated March 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 41k Travel Series Download PDF … or working in some countries. It is important to talk to your health care provider, or visit a travel clinic at least … the provincial Medical Services Plan (MSP), so check with your local travel clinic to find out the cost. Bring a …
