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… Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) On this page: Health Tools Symptoms What Happens When to Call a Doctor … set of physical or mood-related symptoms that occur before your menstrual period each month. Symptoms begin about 1 to … or acupressure. Bright light therapy. Primrose oil. Vitex. Calcium supplements. Learn more Black Cohosh for Menopause …
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… Childhood vaccines are safe Last updated January 1, 2016 HealthLink BC File number 50c Child Immunization Series … Spanish Document Vietnamese Document Tigrinya Protect your children. Get all their vaccines on time. The vaccines are free. Call your local public health unit or health care provider to …
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Healthy Habits for Kids On this page: Health … good habits are in place, it's easier to resist bad ones. Your child's habits start with you The most important thing to remember is that you are your child's role model. Your habits affect your children's …
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… Environmental Illness On this page: Overview Health Tools Indoor Air Pollutants Preventing Health … or other health hazards could be making you sick, talk to your doctor. How is it diagnosed? An environmental illness can be hard to diagnose. You and your doctor may not know what is causing your symptoms. Or …
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… On this page: Causes of concussions Prevention Recovery For your information Causes of concussions Activities that can … activities Prevention Taking safety precautions can reduce your chances of getting a concussion and can also protect … Falls in Older Adults Seniors’ Falls Can be Prevented (HealthLink BC File # 78) What You Can Do to Prevent a Fall? …
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… D test measures the amount of vitamin D in the blood. Your body needs vitamin D to absorb calcium . Calcium keeps your bones and muscles healthy and strong. If your muscles don't get enough …
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… Side Effects and Interactions On this page: Overview Health Tools Side Effects Medicine Interactions Using … If you're having problems with side effects, talk to your doctor. Your doctor may be able to lower your dose or change to a …
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… are important for people of all ages. They help your immune system recognize and quickly kill bacteria and … or death. By getting immunized, you not only protect yourself and your family, but others as well. Many vaccines … helps protect yourself, your community and B.C.’s health care system this respiratory illness season. Starting …
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… (Erectile Dysfunction) On this page: Health Tools Cause Prevention Symptoms What Happens When to … anxiety can also cause the problem. How are they diagnosed? Your doctor can find out if you have an erection problem by asking questions about your health and doing a physical examination. Your doctor …
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… Cirrhosis On this page: Health Tools Cause Symptoms When to Call a Doctor … The doctor will examine you and ask questions about your symptoms and past health. If the doctor thinks that you … prevent or delay more liver damage. To limit the damage to your liver and help control symptoms, you can make lifestyle …