Search Results

6030 results found
Healthy eating
… provider for advice on how much potassium is right for you. Age in years Recommended amount (milligrams (mg)/day) Stay … 340 Bamboo shoots, boiled, drained 125 mL (½ cup)  338 Cabbage, bok choy, boiled, drained 125 mL (½ cup)  333 Spinach, … root), boiled, drained 125 mL (½ cup)  142 Nappa cabbage (suey choy, chinese cabbage), boiled, drained 125 mL (½ …
HealthLinkBC files
… contagiosum is most common among children under 10 years of age, the infection can affect anyone. In adults, molluscum … try not to scratch them, and may even want to use bandages to cover them. Avoid shaving areas where the bumps are … freezing and removing the bumps with liquid nitrogen. Curettage – removing the viral material in the centre of the …
Health features
… Cannabis Last updated August 29, 2024 On this page: Common questions about cannabis Safe and responsible … edibles and vaping cannabis, visit the following webpages: Government of British Columbia: Cannabis health … pot with youth Government of Canada: Talking with teenagers about drugs Government of Canada: Cannabis and your …
Health topics
… you can reduce the risk by following these tips. On this page: Keep your home safe Keep baby safe Baby first aid Burn … decay. Do not give honey to babies less than 12 months of age. It can cause a serious infection. Safe drinking water …
Health topics
… or pregnant people. If you are uncertain about anything related to your water supply, you can contact 8-1-1 or your …
Health topics
…   Find advice on coping with discomfort, bleeding and other related issues. Discomfort After a vaginal delivery, the …
Health topics
… Antidepressants On this page: About This Medicine About This Medicine Make sure you … take it, how to take it, what you can expect while you're taking it, and any warnings about the medicine. The … a different medicine. Or the doctor may suggest ways to manage your side effects. General information about side …
Health topics
… activity can improve health and help prevent and manage chronic health conditions, such as cancer, diabetes and … refers to a reputable counselling framework that encourages brief, client-centred conversations to occur in a … providing summaries of what was collaboratively discussed. Relatedly, underlying all conversations using an …
HealthLinkBC files
… should not go in a pool or hot tub with open sores or bandages. If you are experiencing cold or flu-like symptoms, you … be taken with ozone because it can cause eye and lung damage. Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for your …
Health topics
… Medicines That Can Cause Bruises On this page: Overview Overview Many prescription and … (called blood thinners) that prevent blood clots. Also, taking a non-prescription medicine with a blood thinner may … one of the medicines listed above, have recently started taking a new medicine, or have increased a dose of a …