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Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder

… have an occasional drink, it does not mean you need to stop nursing. Breast/chest feeding is important for the health … help support families and children. Examples of available services include: Key Workers - helps families understand … by providing information and connecting them to support services Parent Support - includes mentoring, offering …
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Pregnancy and alcohol use

… a healthy pregnancy, see www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/pregnancy/guide-healthy-pregnancy.html . How can I … and support you need. For more information or a referral to services, visit: Your Local Public Health Unit - To find the services that are available in your area, search the …
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Managing eating chewing and swallowing difficulties in care facilities

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Travellers diarrhea and cholera vaccine

… travel vaccines are not covered by the provincial Medical Services Plan (MSP), so check with your local travel clinic …
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Emergency contraception EC

… provider to discuss your options. For pregnancy counselling services throughout the province, including pregnancy … visit BC Women’s Hospital & Health Centre Counselling Services at www.bcwomens.ca/our-services/gynecology/abortion-contraception or call Pregnancy …
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Prenatal ultrasound

… information on prenatal genetic screening, visit Perinatal Services BC: Prenatal Genetic Screening Program …
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Understanding harm reduction Substance use

… use or abstinence. Harm reduction includes programs and services to lessen the harms related to substance use and … evidence, human rights, and anti-stigma. Some examples of services available to prevent harms from substance use … and needle recovery programs Substance checking services to learn what may be in an illicit drug sample …
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Typhoid vaccine

… travel vaccines are not covered by the provincial Medical Services Plan (MSP), so check with your local travel clinic …
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Harm reduction for families caregivers and friends of people who use substances

… abstinence (avoiding the use of substances). Harm reduction services include non-judgmental and shame-free approaches and services. Examples are: Access to safer substance use supplies Take home naloxone Drug checking services Referrals to health and social services Should …
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Inactivated influenza flu vaccine

… for include: People who provide essential community services, including police officers, firefighters, …