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… children and their vision Last updated January 11, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 53a Download PDF Document English … concerns and their symptoms early on, you will know when your child needs to see an eye doctor. How developed is my … have a family history. If you know of vision concerns in your family, your child's eyes should be examined by an eye …
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… Hepatitis C virus Last updated November 1, 2023 HealthLink BC File number 40a Download PDF Document English … antibody test means that you have or had hepatitis C. If your antibody test is positive, you need a ribonucleic acid … the risk for HCV transmission in the last 12 months since your last test Talk to your partner(s) about safer sex and …
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… Hearing loss in adults Last updated March 13, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 71c Download PDF Document English … what people say Have ringing, hissing or clicking noises in your ear What are the different types of hearing loss? There … situational needs (such as social, recreational and work environments). People with hearing loss can also improve …
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… infection (cyclosporiasis) Last updated November 24, 2023 HealthLink BC File number 121 Download PDF Document English … stool of infected people. The eggs must remain in the environment for a number of days to become infectious. People … with cyclosporiasis. How do I prevent cyclosporiasis? Wash your hands before, during and after preparing food Wash …
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… and Patches for Immunizations Last updated March 1, 2017 HealthLink BC File number 50h Child Immunization Series … routine immunizations. If you have questions about where your child's immunizations will be given, talk to your immunization provider prior to your visit. For a full …
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… E. coli infection Last updated February 1, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 02 Download PDF Document English … Do not try cooking frozen or partially frozen meat Wash your hands thoroughly before preparing food, after handling … the proper sanitizer strength based on the concentration of your bleach product www.foodsafe.ca/dilution-calculator.html …
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… Febrile seizures (fever seizures) Last updated May 1, 2017 HealthLink BC File number 112 Download PDF Document English … is a seizure caused by a fever. They can occur when your child has a fever of 38ºC (100.4ºF) or higher. During a … seizure is not harmful and usually stops by itself. If your child has had a febrile seizure, it does not mean that …
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… to food: Children and teens Last updated March 1, 2019 HealthLink BC File number 100a Download PDF Document English … can cause death if not treated. If you are not sure whether your child is at risk of a severe allergic reaction, ask your child’s health care provider. Children and teens at …
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… Myths and facts Last updated September 16, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 12c Influenza (Flu) Series … vaccines are a safe and effective way to help people stay healthy, prevent illness and even save lives. The influenza … of influenza vaccine or any part of the vaccine, talk to your health care provider. You may need to be tested for …
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… of rodents (rats and mice) Last updated January 31, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 37 Download PDF Document English … a variety of foods, including food you might have stored in your cupboards or pantry. If you eat food that has been … masks contact your local public health unit or environmental health officer. For more information For more …
