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… does not assure that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate for you. This information is not individual … advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about this …
Medications
… does not assure that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate for you. This information is not individual … advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about this …
Medications
… does not assure that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate for you. This information is not individual … advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about this …
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… papillomavirus (HPV) vaccines Last updated January 15, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 101b Sexually Transmitted … Cervarix® (HPV2) and Gardasil®9 (HPV9). The vaccines are approved by Health Canada, with HPV9 approved for use in both sexes, and …
Health topics
… more severe or persist with home treatment, talk with your health professional about treatment options. Many health professionals will want to see a menstrual diary of … is likely to be present. However, it is useful for your health professional to know about such conditions, so that …
Health topics
… high blood pressure, you may need tests to diagnose other health problems. Your doctor will also check the medicines … you still have high blood pressure. You have symptoms of health problems that may raise blood pressure. Your kidneys … be lowered as soon as possible to prevent problems. If a health problem is the cause, this high blood pressure may …
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… or severe. If you are nearsighted, objects in the distance appear blurry and out of focus . You might squint or frown … examinations, and other tests that check vision and eye health are also part of a routine eye examination. Eye … a disease, and a nearsighted eye is otherwise normal and healthy. Weigh your desire to have clear vision without …
Medical tests
… medicines you are taking, including natural health products. How It Is Done A health professional uses a needle to take a blood sample, … doctor will also look at your results based on your age, health, and other factors. A value that isn't in the normal …
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… Yersiniosis Last updated March 1, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 77 Download PDF Document English … and animals may carry the bacteria and still look and feel healthy. Lakes and streams can also be contaminated by these … pet or animal. What are the symptoms? Symptoms usually appear 3 to 7 days after you are infected. They include …
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… Impetigo Last updated March 16, 2023 HealthLink BC File number 81 Download PDF Document English … group of small blisters or red bumps. After these blisters appear they often burst, and fluid seeps out. When the fluid … or your child has these symptoms, discuss them with your health care provider. Is impetigo serious? Impetigo is …