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… experience for your child Last updated August 1, 2012 HealthLink BC File number 50e Child Immunization Series … may be stressful for you, try to be calm during the appointment and when talking about immunization with your … hurt, or sting" You can say "You need the vaccine to stay healthy. The medicine will be put in your arm with a needle. …
Medical tests
… that may cause cancer, too. Most provincial or private health plans will cover the cost of genetic testing if you … might consider this test if you or your family have certain health problems or risk factors. Examples include having one … the test and what you might learn from it. How It Is Done A health professional uses a needle to take a blood sample, …
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… and people. For most people, it doesn't cause serious health problems. But for a pregnant woman's growing baby, it … baby and check for the infection. How is it treated? In healthy people, the infection often goes away on its own. … to take medicine to treat the infection and prevent serious health problems. If you get toxoplasmosis while you're …
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… smoking. The minute you quit, you'll be starting a much healthier life. Smoking is much worse for your health than gaining a few kilograms. If you try to lose … gain later. While you are trying to quit, focus on eating healthy foods and being more active. A stop-smoking medicine …
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… you have. With cutaneous anthrax, symptoms usually appear 5 to 7 days after exposure to spores, though it may … will be done to confirm exposure or infection. Public health officials also will be notified about a possible … contains a powdery substance or seems suspicious, public health experts recommend that you put down the piece of mail …
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… system. It can cause swallowing difficulties, loss of appetite and digestive issues. It can also lead to muscle weakness and balance problems. Find out how healthy eating and physical activity can help you manage MS. MS and healthy eating Learn about your nutrient needs and how to …
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… only a little relief if your symptoms are caused by other health problems, such as rheumatoid arthritis, … Swelling or fluid retention in the wrist—which can happen during pregnancy or because of a health problem—also can cause carpal tunnel symptoms or make …
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 …
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 …
