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… blooms (blue-green algae) Last updated July 1, 2019 HealthLink BC File number 47 Download PDF Document English … cyanobactoria in all kinds of bodies of water but is more common for them to grow in shallow, slow moving or still … the dangers. Take special care to ensure that infants and babies are not exposed to water that is contaminated with …
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… minor consent and immunization Last updated October 8, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 119 Download PDF Document English … there is no set age for when a child becomes capable, common practice is for parents or guardians of children 12 … of getting immunized The risk of not getting immunized Common and expected side effects Rare serious side effects …
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… about the Nurse-Family Partnership program, available to first-time parents in B.C. On this page: Program overview … Program overview Nurse-Family Partnership is a free public health program for women having their first baby and ensures … age. People enrolled in the program are visited by a public health nurse throughout their pregnancy, continuing until …
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… Grade 6 immunizations in B.C. Last updated June 22, 2023 HealthLink BC File number 50f Child Immunization Series … need 3 doses What is HPV and who can get it? HPV is a very common virus that spreads through intimate skin-to-skin … of a cold or other mild illness. However, if you have concerns, speak with your health care provider. Mature Minor …
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… For example, your child may be dehydrated. Has other health problems, such as cleft palate or repeat infections … viruses that cause ear infections. Ear infections are most common in young children, because young children have … my options. 3. Use the following space to list questions, concerns, and next steps. Your Summary Here's a record of …
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… Pink Eye (Conjunctivitis) On this page: Health Tools What is … the same time as or right after you have had a cold. Less commonly, pink eye can be caused by infection with bacteria. … or both eyes stuck together from this dried drainage is a common symptom of pink eye. Mild sensitivity to light …
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… Genital herpes Last updated May 1, 2018 HealthLink BC File number 08d Sexually Transmitted … one type of HSV in their lifetime. While herpes is very common, it also carries a lot of stigma that can lead to … or washing toys may also pass the virus. During a primary first outbreak, it is possible to pass the virus to another …
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… Pregnancy Passport is a booklet to support you in having a healthy pregnancy, tracking your progress, and preparing for … the care you can expect during pregnancy, birth, and the first weeks after your baby's birth A place to record … for more information Ask your doctor, midwife, or local health unit for a Pregnancy Passport (PDF, 7.1MB) The …
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… syndrome, your doctor will ask questions about his past health, do a physical examination, and order tests, such as … your feelings, and talk with your son's doctor about your concerns. Educate yourself about the condition. The common problem for parents is fear of the unknown. Educating …
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… with cleft palate . Cleft palate and cleft lip are the most common birth defects of the head and neck. A cleft lip usually doesn't cause health problems. Surgery can be done to fix the split. What … tape. Most doctors suggest that surgery be done within the first few months of life. But the timing of the surgery …
