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… Your health this summer Last updated July 5, 2024 Download PDF: … heat. To help you enjoy the summer months, read the information below on taking care of yourself and your family. … Red Cross: 5 ways to stay safe and cool while being active outdoors Health risks in the wilderness (HealthLinkBC …
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… Informed health decisions Last updated January 27, 2025 Overview … not easy to make decisions about your health. Taking an active role in learning about your health is the first step … Health Decisions Making Wise Health Decisions Taking an active role in your health care These topics and tools are …
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… Health advice for travellers Last updated September 30, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 41a Travel Series Download PDF … Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Before you travel When planning your trip, think of ways to …
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… Iron and Your Health Last updated November 1, 2020 HealthLink BC File … and getting sick more easily. Babies and children need iron for healthy growth and development, including brain … N/A 9 mg mg = milligrams *The recommended amount of iron for females at this age who menstruate is about 11mg per …
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… Quick Tips: Having Enough Energy to Stay Active On this page: Get started Related Information Get started You may be worried about having enough … people the energy they need for physical activity. Have a healthy snack. Try an apple, a whole-wheat bagel, or a …
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… Quick Tips: Staying Active When You Travel On this page: Get started Related Information Get started When you travel because of work or for … Staying Active Current as of: March 2, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… a Heart Attack and Stroke On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Physical activity is one of … you can do to help prevent a heart attack or stroke . Being active is one part of a heart-healthy lifestyle. Eating healthy foods, not smoking, and …
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… Alcohol and Your Health On this page: Topic … might want to reduce how much you drink. When is it okay for young people to start drinking? Young people should wait … at as long as possible to drink alcohol. Follow the laws for the legal drinking age where you live. Drinking at a …
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… Vitamin D and your health Last updated September 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File … vitamin D? Vitamin D helps your body absorb and use calcium for strong bones and teeth. vitamin D also helps muscles, … include the total intake from food and supplements. Age Aim for Stay below 0-6 months 400IU (10µg) 1000IU (25µg) 6-12 …
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… Pregnancy and dental health Last updated July 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number … to take care of your teeth and gums during pregnancy for the following reasons: Hormonal changes during pregnancy … (gum and bone) disease. This can increase the risk for other health conditions (e.g., diabetes and heart …
