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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Your health care provider may request that you have one or … provider create the best care plan for you and your baby. What is a prenatal ultrasound? A prenatal ultrasound scan is … at any time during your pregnancy, based on your medical needs. Most often it will be recommended that you have an …
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… Heat-related illness in infants and young children Last updated June 27, 2024 HealthLink BC File … illness much faster than an older child or adult. What signs should I look for? Your infant or young child may … not be able to tell you what they are feeling or what they need. This makes it especially important to monitor them …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese If you travel or hike in the wilderness, you should be aware of … Training Get the knowledge and skills you need before you go Know and stay within your limits Taking … www.adventuresmart.ca/the-three-ts/#takingtheessentials . What are other tips to consider? Travel with a companion A …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is pinkeye? Pinkeye, or conjunctivitis, is a common … discharge can make the eyelids sticky, especially when you sleep. A cloth dipped in warm water and applied gently … sensitive than the pupil and the coloured portion If you need to steady the hand holding the eye drops, rest it on …
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… HealthLink BC File number 65c Download PDF Document English What are combustion by-products? Combustion (burning) … by-products. These by-products can also get inside your home from car exhaust coming in through a garage. What … outside when cooking with gas stoves and ranges When you need to replace a space heater, buy a vented heater Gases …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What are the health concerns of hot tub and pool use? Hot … environment for bacteria to grow. These bacteria can make you sick with an infection or disease. Legionella bacteria … the pump is located so that it can be shut off quickly if needed. Bathers should be discouraged from placing their …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What are the symptoms of hepatitis C virus (HCV)? Most … 6 weeks after they have been infected with the virus. You need a blood test to see if you have HCV. About 75% of …
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… (energy drinks) are advertised as being able to boost your energy and make you feel more alert. Common brands … content. Follow the warnings and consumption limits. What ingredients are in energy drinks? Energy drinks contain … They typically do not have caffeine. Sports drinks are not needed for most children and teens who are physically …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is asbestos? Asbestos refers to a group of naturally … but it can still exist in many older homes and buildings. You may find asbestos wrapped around older hot water pipes … WorkSafeBC – What You Need to Know (Homeowners) …
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… Document Spanish Document Tagalog Document Vietnamese What is Tuberculosis? Tuberculosis (TB) is a serious disease … File #51a Tuberculosis (TB) . What is a TB skin test? You can use a TB Skin Test (TST) to look for TB infection. … shortness of breath. Who should get a TB skin test? You may need a TST for various reasons, including screening for …
