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… untreated water, especially during international travel Use safe sex practices and try to avoid contact with feces …
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… the age of 60 should schedule routine hearing tests every 2 years. If hearing loss is detected, hearing tests should be conducted once a year. What are the signs that you may have hearing loss? You …
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… of getting a sexually transmitted infection (STI)? Practice safer sex by using a condom When used correctly, external … before having sex. If you are having trouble discussing safer sex with your partner(s), talk about it with your …
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… in later life can affect a person’s health, happiness, safety and financial security. Older adults can experience … health or substance misuse. It may be hard for them to safely offer caregiving. What is financial abuse of older … Abuse and Information Line (SAIL), hosted by Seniors First BC, 604 437-1940 in Vancouver or toll-free at 1 866 …
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… are worn. Ultrasound repellers, although effective at first, are expensive and do not have long-term success at …
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… tank need to be pumped out regularly (usually every 2 to 3 years). A septic system pump-out contractor can do this … dispersal area. This process makes liquid waste cleaner and safer than the discharge from a regular septic tank. This … Sewage systems usually need servicing every 2 to 5 years, depending on the number of people using the system …
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… of getting a sexually transmitted infection (STI)? Practice safer sex by using a condom When used correctly, external … before having sex. If you are having trouble discussing safer sex with your partner(s), talk about it with your …
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… use calcium for healthy bones and muscles. Adults over 50 years of age need to take a daily vitamin D supplement of … blood cells and prevents a type of anemia. Adults over 50 years need to eat vitamin B12 fortified foods or take a …
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… Central and South America and Asia. However, nearly every year in the spring and summer, B.C. residents are affected … following HealthLinkBC Files: HealthLinkBC File #59a Food safety: Easy ways to make food safer HealthLinkBC File #85 Hand washing: Help stop the …
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… and local emergency responders to make sure residents are safe. This applies whether the residents stay in the care … fluids and minced or pureed food Can you maintain a safe home temperature? This is particularly important during … If they are a wanderer, how can you make your home safe and secure Things to think about include: Mobility …