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… Most travel vaccines are not covered by the provincial medical services plan (MSP), so check with your local travel … If you cannot receive the yellow fever vaccine due to a medical reason, you will need written documentation on … from your health care provider or a Certificate of Medical Contraindication to Vaccination from a travel …
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… greatly reduces the chance of any type of infection Seek medical care from your health care provider or local public … symptoms appear, it is usually too late to start effective medical treatment. If you think you have been exposed to a … or bitten by any animal outside of B.C. you should get medical advice about rabies prevention treatment on site and …
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… are very sensitive to sulphur dioxide, you may need to seek medical care. Long-term exposure to particles produced when … including tobacco smoke, gas stoves and matches If you have medical conditions, such as asthma, COPD or heart disease, … such as coughing wheezing or shortness of breath, seek medical attention For more information For more information …
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… developing TB disease over your lifetime. However, certain medical conditions may increase your risk of TB disease. …
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… 5 years of age Children 5 to 17 years of age with certain medical conditions, including: Heart or lung disorders that require regular medical care, such as mild to moderate asthma, chronic … if your child: Has an immune system weakened by disease or medical treatment Has severe asthma or active wheezing Had a …
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… for 24 to 48 hours. In children, people with underlying medical conditions, and the elderly, dehydration from … using the recipe below. Use only until you’re able to get medical care: Glass #1 - 8 oz fruit juice, ½ tsp corn syrup, …
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… Do you have the skills to care for a person with their medical and mobility conditions Can you provide for their …
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… Abortion ends a pregnancy. There are two types of abortion: medical abortion and surgical abortion. Medical abortion is a series of pills (Mifegymiso®) that you … abortion typically occurs after 9 weeks of pregnancy. Medical and surgical abortions are free for B.C. residents. …
