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… population during extreme heat Last updated June 27, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 35a Heat-related Series Download … areas like large, shaded parks or spaces with water features and lots of trees Try to plan activities, such as … labour. It is still important that anyone who experiences more tightenings than usual in the abdomen should be checked …
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… organic compounds (VOCs) Last updated December 13, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 65d Download PDF Document English … the low levels of VOCs found in homes. Some people may be more sensitive, such as people with asthma. For long-term … Council of British Columbia) at https://rcbc.ca for more information Avoid bringing recently dry-cleaned …
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… transmitted infections (STIs) Last updated March 1, 2019 HealthLink BC File number 08o Sexually Transmitted … the genitals, the mouth (oral) or the rectum (anal). The more partners you have, the more likely you are to be exposed to an STI. Talk to your …
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… about influenza (the flu) Last updated September 16, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 12b Influenza (Flu) Series … without first speaking to your health care provider. For more information on Reye syndrome, see HealthLinkBC File #84 … and weakness Sometimes mild Usual, may last 2 to 3 weeks or more Extreme fatigue Unusual Usual, early onset, can be …
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… Asbestos: When should I worry? Last updated February 1, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 32 Download PDF Document English … exposure? If your home was built before 1990, then you are more likely to have asbestos in your home. It could be in … on the Internet for asbestos abatement or removal. For more information Visit the following websites: Management of …
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… and neglect of older adults Last updated September 14, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 93a Elder Abuse Prevention Series … can help as follows: Help older adults and families learn more about their rights and responsibilities Help older … of suspected elder abuse, neglect or self-neglect. For more information For more information about elder abuse and …
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… immune system and vaccines Last updated January 1, 2016 HealthLink BC File number 50a Child Immunization Series … vaccines on time. Yes No I know why my child can safely get more than one vaccine at a time. Yes No I know that getting … have answered ‘no’ to any of the above, read on to learn more. What is the immune system and how does it work? You …
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… Bed bugs Last updated September 3, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 95 Download PDF Document English … and dry clean-only items in a hot dryer for 30 minutes or more Items that cannot be washed with hot water or put in … are recommended for applying chemical treatments For more information For more information on how to get rid of …
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… Treating opioid overdose Last updated November 1, 2020 HealthLink BC File number 118 Download PDF Document English … An opioid drug overdose happens when a person takes more opioids than their body can handle. Breathing may … deaths in B.C. related to illegal drug overdoses has been more than 900 per year. The overdoses are due to a highly …
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… defoliators in B.C.’s forests Last updated August 28, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 90b Download PDF Document English … general treatment period and the area to be sprayed. For more information on annual defoliator treatments by … going outdoors. It usually clears after about one hour. For more information For information about spongy moth spraying, …
