5427 results found
Health topics
… Disasters and Public Health Threats On this page: Hope for the Best, and Prepare … radiation, and other potentially harmful substances are common in the environment. When these substances are … reliable information about communicable diseases and health concerns throughout the world. Visit the agency's website at …
Health topics
… 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 …
Health topics
… Choosing a Health Care Provider On this page: Overview Related … Family doctors, and pediatricians have knowledge about many common medical problems. Some women prefer to use a … patients does the doctor see? What can you do during your first visit? During your first visit, tell your doctor that …
Health topics
… 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 …
Health topics
… Other Home Treatment Measures for a First-Degree Burn or Sunburn On this page: Overview Related … Sunburn Adaptation Date: 6/14/2023 Adapted By: HealthLink BC Adaptation Reviewed By: HealthLink BC Adaptation Date: 6/14/2023 Adapted By: …
HealthLinkBC files
… making and storing formula Last updated October 30, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 69b Child Nutrition Series … milk (breast milk) is the only food a baby needs for the first 6 months of their life. It’s recommended that babies continue to be offered human milk until 2 years of …
Health topics
… Pregnancy: Choosing a Health Professional On this page: Overview Related … share the same goal. They want you and your baby to be healthy. But their training and approaches may be different. … to treat more serious problems, and most doctors deliver babies only at hospitals. Doctors who can deliver babies …
Health topics
… Making Good Health Decisions On this page: Should I See a … what the ER is for. Otherwise, call your doctor's office first, or go to a walk-in clinic. How do I know when it's an … but you have not been referred to one, discuss your concerns with your primary care doctor. When you do have a …
Health topics
… Drug Use and Your Health On this page: Facts About Drug Use … to release certain chemicals that make you feel good. At first, drugs may make you feel happy, energetic, social, … depression, overdose, and date rape. Methamphetamine (commonly called meth, crank, or speed). Methamphetamine can …
Health topics
… Alcohol: Drinking and Your Health On this page: Low-Risk Drinking Guidelines Health Benefits and Risks of Alcohol Problem Drinking … levels? In general, limit how much you drink. Canadian health experts recommend that Canadians consider reducing …
