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… other biological contaminants Last updated October 29, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 65b Download PDF Document English … spread by releasing tiny spores into the air. What are some health problems caused by moulds and other biological … are small enough to be inhaled and some can cause health problems. Moulds, for example, can cause allergic …
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… children during extreme heat Last updated June 27, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 35b Heat-related Series Download … normal summer day. Extreme heat can be harmful to anyone's health, but infants (0-1 year) and young children (1-5 … build up indoors when the outdoor temperatures are high. Exposure to indoor heat over 31C for long periods can be …
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… with Weakened Immune Systems Last updated January 1, 2017 HealthLink BC File number 56 Download PDF Document English … water you drink has not been disinfected, please refer to HealthLinkBC File #49b Disinfecting Drinking Water . How can … with weakened immune systems. For more information, see HealthLinkBC File #48 Cryptosporidium Infection . If the …
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… immune system and vaccines Last updated January 1, 2016 HealthLink BC File number 50a Child Immunization Series … on time. The vaccines are free. Call your local public health unit or health care provider to make an appointment. Check what you …
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… Insect repellents and DEET Last updated April 1, 2015 HealthLink BC File number 96 Download PDF Document English … the virus. For more information on West Nile Virus, see HealthLinkBC File #88 West Nile virus . What is DEET? DEET … use against them. For more information on tick bites, see HealthLinkBC File #01 Tick bites and disease . Is DEET safe? …
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… Genital herpes Last updated May 1, 2018 HealthLink BC File number 08d Sexually Transmitted … have a history of herpes, it is important to inform your health care provider. There are steps that can be taken to … genital area Stress Hormonal changes (e.g., menstruation) Exposure to ultraviolet light (e.g., tanning beds) Drinking …
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… Tuberculosis (TB) Last updated October 30, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 51a Download PDF Document English … cure TB are free through Provincial TB Services and public health units. How does it spread? TB spreads from person to … medications. It is also important to understand the side effects of each pill and to know when you need to call your …
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… COVID-19 mRNA vaccines Last updated October 10, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 124a Download PDF Document English … more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What are COVID-19 mRNA vaccines? The … you have recovered. This will help to distinguish side effects of the vaccine from worsening of your illness. What …
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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 drinks, use them …
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… Travelling with children Last updated April 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 41d Travel Series Download PDF … or young children to areas where there is malaria. The effects of malaria are much more serious in children. … malaria, the chances of severe illness is higher than the risks of DEET repellant when applied properly. For more …