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Your child and play from birth to 3 years

… gross motor skills, and thinking skills such as how to do things or how things work. Your child and play As a parent, you are the … Best Chance (PDF 14.9 MB) Some information in this file has been adapted with the permission of the BC Healthy Child …

Grade 6 immunizations in BC

… is offered to all students in grade 6. The vaccine has been shown to protect against various cancers caused by HPV. … HPV The vaccine works best when it is given before being exposed to the virus Children in grade 6 only need 2 doses … Minor Consent and Immunization . For more information For tips on how to help your child have a positive immunization …

Trichomoniasis

… (HPV)) and syphilis (when sores are present). Important things to remember when using condoms: Check the condom … more partners you have, the higher your chances of getting exposed to STIs. Talk about prevention Talk to your … it with your health care provider or a counsellor. For tips on how to talk to your partner(s), visit the BC Centre …

Seniors falls can be prevented

… Talk to your pharmacist for more information Other things you can do: Make a note of the location of any safety … that you can’t ‘feel’ how your foot is positioned For more tips and resources, ask your doctor about a fall risk …

Rabies immune globulin and vaccine

… B.C., the rabies vaccine is provided free to those who have been exposed to an animal that may have rabies. It is also … RabIg. Since blood screening and testing began, there have been no reports of blood-borne infections such as HIV, …

Cryptococcal disease C gattii

… to others. What are the symptoms? Most people who are exposed to the fungus may not become ill. In people who … but tests will not be performed just to see if you have been exposed. What is the risk of this disease? Each year in … first appeared in British Columbia in 1999. In B.C., it has been found on the east coast of Vancouver Island and has …

Heat-related illness

… to properly cool itself. This occurs when you are overexposed to heat or during intense physical activity while it … are comfortable and provide them with enough fluids Other things that may increase your risk of heat-related illness … about changes in mental alertness in someone who has been exposed to the heat. Home treatments for mild heat …

Radon in homes and other dwellings

… of developing lung cancer in your lifetime if you are exposed to high levels of radon and you smoke or used to … show my home has elevated radon levels? There are several things you can do to reduce the levels of radon in your … radon test should be done to ensure that levels have been reduced. For more information For more information, …

Quitting smoking

… by choosing a stress-free quit day so there will be fewer things to tempt you away from your goals. Remember, there is …

Pelvic inflammatory disease PID