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… abuse of older adults Last updated February 24, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 93d Elder Abuse Prevention Series … and women may experience abuse or neglect differently, see HealthLinkBC File #93c Abuse and Neglect of Older Adults: … finances so that the bank automatically pays your bills, especially if your health changes or you need to go to the …
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… Seniors' falls can be prevented Last updated July 31, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 78 Download PDF Document English … the risk. What factors increase the risks of falls? Health factors: Frailty: Loss of muscle mass, grip strength … factors: Limited or lack of social support or connections, especially support and connections that are close by Lack of …
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… of immunizing your child Last updated January 1, 2016 HealthLink BC File number 50b Child Immunization Series … on time. The vaccines are free. Call your local public health unit or health care provider to make an appointment. Keep your child …
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… Pasteurized and raw milk Last updated September 11, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 03 Download PDF Document English … plant. Only vitamins A and D may be added to the milk for health benefits; no other additives or preservatives can be … the consumption of raw milk raises urgent public health concerns due to its association with numerous outbreaks …
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… Toxoplasmosis Last updated March 18, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 43 Download PDF Document English … Most infected people do not show any symptoms. A healthy person’s immune system usually prevents the parasite … your hands afterwards People with a weak immune system and concerns about the quality of the water in their community …
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… Hepatitis B immune globulin Last updated October 30, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 25b Download PDF Document English … (blood clots) within 24 hours of receiving them, especially when large volumes are given. The risk of … of a cold or other mild illness. However, if you have concerns, speak with your health care provider. What is …
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… polio (Tdap-IPV) vaccine Last updated May 1, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 15a Download PDF Document English … more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the Tdap-IPV vaccine? The Tdap-IPV … of a cold or other mild illness. However, if you have concerns, speak with your health care provider. What are …
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… for Tuberculosis (TB) Last updated October 30, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 51c Download PDF Document English … that you have contagious TB disease Do not have visitors, especially children and people with weak immune systems Do … sheets, furniture or toilets. These items do not need any special cleaning. Can I spend time outside without wearing a …
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… The pregnant traveller Last updated March 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 41g Travel Series Download PDF … if you have allergies, chronic disease, or other health concerns In case of an emergency, have an evacuation plan to … severe in pregnancy. It can also pose a risk to your baby, especially if the diarrhea is caused by a more serious …
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… Rotavirus vaccine (Rotarix®) Last updated May 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 104a Child Immunization Series … more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the rotavirus vaccine? The rotavirus … of a cold or other mild illness. However, if you have concerns, speak with your health care provider. What is …
