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… testing for Tuberculosis (TB) Last updated October 30, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 51b Download PDF Document English … are free through Provincial TB Services and public health units. For more information on TB, visit HealthLinkBC File #51a Tuberculosis (TB) . What is sputum? …
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… emergency response volunteers Last updated August 14, 2023 HealthLink BC File number 103b Download PDF Document English … same time, you may have more stress coping with your own personal response to an emergency. You may face trauma, the … This is the time to keep track of your physical and mental health. Seek support and advice from your supervisor if you …
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… Healthy Eating to Lower High Blood Pressure Last updated April 25, 2023 HealthLink BC File number 68b Nutrition Series Download PDF … This can damage your arteries over time and increase your risk of heart disease and stroke. Another term for high …
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… Healthy Eating and Healthy Aging for Adults Last updated March 1, 2020 … high in sodium, sugar or saturated fat can increase your risk of chronic disease. Limit the following nutrients: Sodium Too much sodium can increase the risk of high blood pressure and heart disease. Most …
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… tests for infants and children Last updated October 1, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 71b Download PDF Document English … not receive a hearing screening, contact your local public health unit. The screening test is very safe and it will not … about your child’s hearing, contact your local public health hearing clinic or your family health care provider. …
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… Drinking water chlorination facts Last updated June 14, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 49d Download PDF Document English … chlorine disinfectants to drinking water to protect public health. For more information on water-borne infections, see … sets safety limits for chlorine by-products to reduce the risk of any negative impacts on human health. The addition …
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… disease (vCJD) Last updated October 29, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 55b Download PDF Document English … more information For more information on CJD, please visit HealthLinkBC File #55a Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD) . … …
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… Caffeinated energy drinks Last updated August 30, 2023 HealthLink BC File number 109 Download PDF Document English … their use. Parents and caregivers should be aware of the risks and side effects. If you choose to consume energy … of flavours like fruit punch, strawberry and blueberry. Health Canada limits the types and amounts of many of these …
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… blooms (blue-green algae) Last updated July 1, 2019 HealthLink BC File number 47 Download PDF Document English … unsure about the quality of the water, contact your local health authority. Are cyanobacteria harmful? Cyanobacteria … to water that is contaminated with cyanobacteria. The risk is particularly high for those who drink formula made …
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… from birth to 3 years Last updated April 29, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 92b Child Development Series … in the early months and years of life affect their health and well-being for the rest of their life. Your … nurturing, and safe parenting help ensure your child’s healthy development. Understanding child development can …
