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… Alcohol: Drinking and Your Health On this page: Low-Risk Drinking … limits. Drinking at the upper limits should only happen once in a while, not every day or week. And on at … you manage your alcohol use problem. Alberta: Addiction Services Helpline 1-866-332-2322 British Columbia: Alcohol …
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… Drug Use and Your Health On this page: Facts About Drug Use … drugs like that required for prescription drugs. What happens when you use drugs? Drugs target a part of your brain … British Columbia: Alcohol and Drug Information and Referral Service, 604 660-9832 (Greater Vancouver) or 1-800-663-1441 …
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… Good-Health Attitude On this page: Overview Overview Good health requires a positive attitude. It's up to you to … This attitude—a good-health mind-set—doesn't just happen. It takes work, every day. The following tips will …
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… Disasters and Public Health Threats On this page: Hope for the Best, and Prepare … access to electricity, gas, telephone, medicines, and other services. Family members may be separated. Hospitals and … that most cases of foodborne illness (food poisoning) happen by accident. For more information, see the topic …
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… Mental Health Problems and Stigma On this page: Overview Related … if you need to leave in the middle of the day for an appointment. Ask for advice and support from your mental … to work. Most communities have resources, such as local job services, that can help you find a job and be successful at …
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… Hearing health for toddlers Last updated August 11, 2013 One of the … Read some more advice to keep your toddler’s hearing healthy. Your toddler starts to learn speech and language … preferably by six months of age. See your doctor or public health nurse, or call HealthLink BC ( 8-1-1 ) if your …
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… Food and your health Overview Tips on eating habits, planning ahead and staying informed to make food choices that are healthy, safe and affordable. Image Eating habits Create healthy eating habits and learn how to make lifelong …
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… Making Good Health Decisions On this page: Should I See a … Information Good health care doesn't just happen. You have to do your part. Taking an active role in … to help you compare your options and decide if the services or treatments in question are right for you. Should …
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… Your health during pregnancy Last updated December 5, 2024 Overview Making your health a priority is especially important during pregnancy. …   Estrogen test Prenatal genetic screening (Perinatal Services BC) Useful resources BC Women's Hospital + Health
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… HIV Infection in Health Professionals On this page: Overview Overview Health professionals are not considered at high risk for HIV … Control and Prevention (2005). Updated U.S. Public Health Services guidelines for the management of occupational …