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… of people who use substances Last updated December 1, 2023 HealthLink BC File number 102b Download PDF Document English … Offer fact-based information on substances, their effects, early signs of negative impacts, and ways to reduce … second-hand tobacco smoke and vapour HealthLinkBC File #30b Risks of alternative tobacco and nicotine products …
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… medications at the same time Last updated September 1, 2023 HealthLink BC File number 91a Download PDF Document English … bleeding during menstruation (IUDs) Other uses Talk to your health care provider about which method is right for you. … work less effectively, such as anti-seizure drugs. Ask your health care provider about how your hormonal contraception …
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… Yellow fever vaccine Last updated March 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 41i Travel Series Download PDF … in some countries. Discuss your travel plans with a public health unit, a travel clinic, or your health care provider … travel cannot be avoided, discuss the benefits versus the risks of the yellow fever vaccine with your health care …
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… protein subunit vaccine Last updated October 10, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 124c Download PDF Document English … more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the COVID-19 protein subunit … you have recovered. This will help to distinguish side effects of the vaccine from worsening of your illness. What …
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… polysaccharide vaccine Last updated September 10, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 62b Download PDF Document English … more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the pneumococcal polysaccharide … types of pneumococcal bacteria. The vaccine is approved by Health Canada. The pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine is …
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… enterococci (VRE) Last updated October 1, 2017 HealthLink BC File number 74 Download PDF Document English … found in the stomach and bowels of about 19 out of every 20 healthy people. They are also normally found in the mouth … the food. What are your chances of getting VRE? If you are healthy and living in the community, your chances of …
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… Myths and facts Last updated September 16, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 12c Influenza (Flu) Series … vaccines are a safe and effective way to help people stay healthy, prevent illness and even save lives. The influenza … Myth: The influenza vaccines cause severe reactions or side effects. Fact: The influenza vaccines are safe. Most people …
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… influenza (flu) vaccine Last updated October 4, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 12d Influenza (Flu) Series … given as a nasal spray. For more information, please visit HealthLinkBC File #12e Live attenuated influenza (flu) vaccine . The vaccine is approved by Health Canada. In B.C., influenza vaccines are usually …
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… Hepatitis C virus Last updated November 1, 2023 HealthLink BC File number 40a Download PDF Document English … of people with HCV. DAAs are well-tolerated with few side effects and are easier to take than older medications (no … C Basics Government of Canada – Hepatitis C: Prevention and risks For more information on who should be tested for HCV …
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… Typhoid vaccine Last updated March 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 41j Travel Series Download PDF … working in some countries. It is important to talk to your health care provider, or visit a travel clinic at least 6 to … caused by typhoid bacteria. The vaccine is approved by Health Canada. Typhoid vaccine will give you some protection …
