6032 results found
HealthLinkBC files
… sugar substitutes, flavourings, and often a combination of vitamins and minerals. Sometimes herbs and other substances … Sugary drinks are the main source of sugar in the average Canadian diet. Children and youth have the highest daily … or stevia, as sweeteners. If you regularly drink sweet beverages, you might find that it’s harder to eat healthy because …
Health topics
… Temporary Confusion or Decreased Alertness On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Many health problems cause … are having problems with confusion or decreased alertness. Related Information Confusion, Memory Loss, and Altered …
Medical tests
… Luteinizing Hormone (LH) Test On this page: Test Overview Why It Is Done How To Prepare How It Is Done How It Feels Risks Results Related Information Test Overview A luteinizing hormone test … testosterone, and metformin. You may be asked to stop taking medicines (including birth control pills) that …
Health topics
… Dyslexia On this page: Health Tools Symptoms When to Call a Doctor Treatment Overview Helping Your Child Related Information What is dyslexia? … dyslexia may read slower than what is expected at their age. Or they may have trouble remembering math facts or …
Health topics
… Elbow Injuries On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment Related Information Check Your Symptoms Overview Everyone … lose muscle mass and bone strength ( osteoporosis ) as they age. They also have more problems with vision and balance, …
Health topics
… Shoulder Problems and Injuries On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment Related Information Check Your Symptoms Overview Minor … or a fall onto a shoulder or outstretched hand or arm. Damage to one or more of the four tendons that cover the …
Medications
… Vigabatrin Powder Packets - Oral On this page: Uses How To Use Side Effects Precautions Drug … of: eye problems (such as visual field defect, glaucoma, macular degeneration, optic nerve problem) mental/mood problems …
Health topics
… to Ask About Medicine or Hormone Treatment On this page: Overview Related Information Overview When thinking about medicine or … you want to try it. And you can change your mind. Does my age affect the treatment options? Depending on your age, a …
Health topics
… Reye Syndrome On this page: Related Information What is Reye syndrome? … doctor about giving aspirin to your child. If your child is taking aspirin and gets chickenpox or influenza (flu), call …
Health topics
… Quick Tips: Healthy Eating on a Budget On this page: Get started Related Information Get started There are ways to make … at the peak of ripeness and have just as many—or more—vitamins and minerals as fresh. And they cost less. Buy …
