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… non-smokers and the second leading cause among smokers. You have a one in 3 chance of developing lung cancer in your … your exposure is to test your home for radon. Remediation should be conducted if levels are found above the … in B.C., visit https://bccdc.shinyapps.io/bcradonmap . Should I get my home tested? Everyone is encouraged to test …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Why should I quit smoking? There are many reasons to quit … family Be more confident and in control of your own life Have an improved sense of taste and smell Heal faster and … tobacco used for ceremonial or traditional purposes. We should not confuse traditional tobacco and its sacred uses …
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… to look for TB infection. You can do a TST to see if you have ever been exposed to TB. It tells your health care … loss, tiredness, chest pain and shortness of breath. Who should get a TB skin test? You may need a TST for various … or unexpected reactions to your health care provider. Who should not get a TB skin test? People with: Prior allergic …
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… Call your health care provider to make an appointment. Who should get the Tdap-IPV vaccine? The vaccine is given as one … can be taken for fever or soreness. ASA (e.g. Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to … because of a cold or other mild illness. However, if you have concerns, speak with your health care provider. What …
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… by HPV. Your child may be offered other vaccines if they have not had all doses of the recommended childhood vaccines … ) can be given for fever or soreness. ASA (e.g. Aspirin ® ) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to … or unexpected reactions to your health care provider. Who should not get the vaccine? The vaccine is not recommended …
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… Spanish Document Tagalog Document Vietnamese If you have untreated TB disease that can spread from person to … do not need to wear a mask when you are outside, but you should stay away from other people. How should I dispose of masks and tissues after I use them? Your …
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… risk of heat-related illness, especially if they do not have access to a cool indoor environment. Heat can build up … much faster than an older child or adult. What signs should I look for? Your infant or young child may not be … They may just look unwell or be more fussy than usual. What should I do if my child is showing signs of heat-related …
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… Vietnamese Is the sun harmful to children? Children have sensitive skin that can easily be damaged by exposure … active play time. Swimmers and those who sweat heavily should use a waterproof lotion. For children wearing bathing … every hour or so. Never leave your child alone in the car. Should I protect my child’s eyes from the sun? Yes. The same …
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… what we eat. It’s also about how we eat. You and your child have different roles at meal and snack times. Your role is … how to eat well and makes mealtimes more enjoyable. What should I offer my child to eat? Offer your child nutritious … tofu, meat, fish, poultry, eggs and dairy products What should I offer my child to drink? Offer healthy drinks such …
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… 1 (HSV-1) and herpes simplex 2 (HSV-2). Most Canadians will have at least one type of HSV in their lifetime. While … As a result, many people may not be aware that they have the virus. How is it spread? Herpes is passed from … is less likely. Women who have an active outbreak in late pregnancy can pass the infection to their baby during a …
