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… Preventing neural tube defects Last updated April 16, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 38c Download PDF Document English … nutrients added to them. Why is folate important for my health? Folate helps make healthy new cells. If you do not get enough folate, you …
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… defoliators in B.C.’s forests Last updated August 28, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 90b Download PDF Document English … damage, there are a few species that can be harmful to the health and productivity of forests. The goal of the B.C. … most susceptible to Btk when they are in the early developmental stages. Foray 48B® also contains some inactive …
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… Roseola Last updated March 1, 2018 HealthLink BC File number 83 Download PDF Document English … children have these symptoms. When should my child see a health care provider? You cannot be sure your child has … nurse may recommend that you make an appointment with your health care provider or if they think your child’s illness …
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… tobacco smoke and vapour Last updated August 7, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 30a Download PDF Document English … smoking or vaping. This smoke or vapour is harmful to the health of both the person who smokes or vapes, and those who … smoke or vapour. How does second-hand smoke harm your health? Regular exposure to second-hand smoke can cause …
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… Spongy moth spraying Last updated August 28, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 90a Download PDF Document English … Forests website: www.gov.bc.ca/spongymoth . Are there any health concerns? Health Canada's Pest Management Regulatory Agency evaluates …
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… and neglect of older adults Last updated September 14, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 93a Elder Abuse Prevention Series … Abuse and neglect in later life can affect an adult’s health, happiness, safety and financial security. Older … difficult situation Listen to the older adult in a non-judgmental manner Recognize abuse and neglect and speak up about …
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… transmitted infections (STIs) Last updated March 1, 2019 HealthLink BC File number 08o Sexually Transmitted … Spanish Document Vietnamese How do I know what my sexual health status is? Routine testing will tell you if you have … more likely you are to be exposed to an STI. Talk to your health care provider about getting tested for STIs, or go to …
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… about influenza (the flu) Last updated September 16, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 12b Influenza (Flu) Series … people who have lung or heart diseases, certain chronic health conditions or weakened immune systems are at much greater risk. Healthy pregnant women in the second half of their pregnancy …
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… Traveller's diarrhea Last updated March 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 41e Travel Series Download PDF … Document Vietnamese Traveller’s diarrhea is a common health concern affecting travellers to tropical countries. … be swallowed. For more information on hand washing, visit HealthLinkBC File #85 Hand washing: Help stop the spread of …
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… Head lice Last updated September 9, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 06 Download PDF Document English … or nursing people or other individuals. Speak to your health care provider or pharmacist to find out which is best … 4 days until you find no live lice. When should I call my health care provider? Call your health care provider if the …
