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… other biological contaminants Last updated October 29, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 65b Download PDF Document English … earth, cover it with plastic If there is high humidity in your home that cannot otherwise be controlled, use a … dehumidifier. Make sure you choose a device that best meets your room size and humidity Repair all internal and external …
Medications
… medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care … drugs, and herbal products). Avoid eating grapefruit or drinking grapefruit juice while using this medication unless … history, especially of: liver disease kidney disease alcohol use certain structural heart problems (aortic/mitral …
Medications
… medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care … polyps) bleeding in the brain This drug may make you dizzy. Alcohol or marijuana (cannabis) can make you more dizzy. Do …
Medications
… medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care … should avoid and if you do not feel well after eating or drinking certain foods while taking this medication. See … Your risk of this sleep effect is increased by using alcohol or other medications that can make you drowsy. See …
Medications
… medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care … source of sugar such as table sugar, honey, or candy, or by drinking fruit juice or non-diet soda. Tell your doctor … occurs. This drug may make you dizzy or lightheaded. Alcohol or marijuana (cannabis) can make you more dizzy. Do …
Health topics
… On this page: What Increases Your Risk Symptoms What Happens When to Call a Doctor … the body's natural defence system (immune system) attacks your body's healthy tissues instead of attacking only things like …
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… Treating opioid overdose Last updated November 1, 2020 HealthLink BC File number 118 Download PDF Document English … and death. Why is opioid overdose an important public health issue? The number of opioid overdoses per year in … in B.C. at community pharmacies through First Nations Health Benefits. What is involved in THN training? Training …
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… a say in this decision, or you may simply want to follow your doctor's recommendation. Either way, this information … blood clots, and possibly dementia and heart attack. The health risks linked to HT are not high for most people. But … get regular exercise, don't smoke, and limit caffeine, alcohol, and stress. If you still need help dealing with …
Medical tests
… with the results of a D-xylose test. For this reason, your doctor may instruct you to temporarily stop these … 24 hours after you drink the sugar solution. Blood test A health professional uses a needle to take a blood sample, … be allowed to eat until the test is completed. How It Feels Drinking the D-xylose solution can make you feel sick to …
Medical tests
… A cardiac perfusion scan measures the amount of blood in your heart muscle at rest and after it has been stressed. It … To Prepare Tell your doctor ALL the medicines and natural health products you take. Some may increase the risk of … for several hours before the scan. You may be told to avoid alcohol, tobacco, and drinks that have caffeine for at least …
