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Pregnancy and alcohol use

… . How can I prepare for prenatal and health care visits? Some pregnant women and people find it hard to talk about alcohol use with their health care providers. Your care provider is there to answer questions and help you to …

Drinking water chlorination facts

Abuse and neglect of older adults Understanding gender differences

… much more likely than older men to live in a residential care facility where abuse may occur from staff, volunteers … Abuse and Neglect of Older Adults: Information for Family Caregivers HealthLinkBC File #93d Financial Abuse of Older … Abuse and neglect of older adults: Information for family caregivers (#93b) Abuse and neglect of older adults: …

How to take a temperature Children and adults

… to hold the thermometer under their tongue long enough: Carefully place the tip of the thermometer under your … tip each time, and follow the manufacturer’s instructions carefully Gently tug on the ear, pulling it back. This will … only if you are comfortable doing so and a health care provider has shown you how to do it safely: Cover the …

Managing constipation with diet adults

… celiac disease and depression When should I see a health care provider? See your health care provider if any of the following happen: There is a … are at risk for a bowel obstruction, check with your health care provider about whether a high fibre diet is right for …

Severe allergic reactions to food Children and teens

… risk of a severe allergic reaction, ask your child’s health care provider. Children and teens at risk of a severe … If your child is at risk, ask your child’s health care provider to write an Anaphylaxis Emergency Plan that … and snacks How can I prepare my child for school or child care? Give child care staff a copy of your child's …

Facts about influenza the flu

… with influenza, treating symptoms can help. Follow the self-care advice below: Get plenty of rest and stay home from work, school, daycare and running errands when you are sick Drink extra … under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more information on Reye syndrome, see …

Meningococcal quadrivalent vaccines

… disorders including complement, properdin, factor D or primary antibody deficiencies An islet cell or solid organ … additional doses of the vaccine. Speak with your health care provider to find out if you need more doses and when … under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more information on Reye Syndrome, see …

Meningococcal b Men-b vaccine

… disorders including complement, properdin, factor D or primary antibody deficiencies The vaccine is also … when the immunization series begins. Speak with your health care provider for more information. It is important to keep … under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more information on Reye Syndrome, see …

Head lice

… should not be sent home or kept home from school or daycare because of head lice. If one person in the household … nursing people or other individuals. Speak to your health care provider or pharmacist to find out which is best for you or your child. Always carefully follow the directions for use on the label and …