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… Surgery: Questions to Ask the Doctor On this page: Overview Overview … recommends that you have a surgical procedure. General questions What is the name of the surgical procedure? Why do … basis, and is that less expensive? Questions to ask about the procedure What kind of preparation is needed for …
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… to other respiratory illnesses, including the flu and the common cold. Protect yourself and your community against … who are older or chronically ill to self-monitor. To learn about COVID-19 symptoms, what to do if you are feeling ill, … visit: BCCDC: Patient Information about Paxlovid BCCDC: Questions and Answers: Nirmatrelvir/ritonavir (Paxlovid) …
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COVID-19 mRNA vaccines Last updated October 10, 2024 … are not live virus vaccines and cannot give you COVID-19. Common reactions to the vaccines may include soreness, … mild and generally last one to 2 days. If you have concerns about any symptoms you develop after receiving the vaccine, …
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… Vaccine to Prevent COVID-19 On this page: Overview Overview The COVID-19 vaccine can help you avoid getting COVID-19. The number of doses you need depends on which …
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… Allergic Rhinitis: Common Triggers On this page: Overview … to early fall brings weed pollens. Ragweed pollen is a common cause of allergic rhinitis in North America. Mould … to early fall brings weed pollens. Ragweed pollen is a common cause of allergic rhinitis in North America. Mould …
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Common Coping Responses for Stress On this page: Overview … Medicine & Christine R. Maldonado PhD - Behavioral Health … Common Coping Responses for Stress …
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… sure which illness you have is to be tested. If you have questions about COVID-19 testing, ask your doctor or your provincial … have the flu. COVID-19 and the flu have these symptoms in common: Fever or chills Cough Shortness of breath Fatigue …
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… New Medicines: Questions to Ask the Doctor On this page: Overview Overview … days to make sure the medicine agrees with me? Questions about taking the medicine How is the medicine taken (for … Yes___ No __ If yes, what might occur? What are the common side effects (those that do not usually cause …
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… Thinking About a Change? On this page: Overview … how long it takes, many people find that asking themselves questions and thinking about their answers helps them figure … find motivation. Thinking about the change Ask yourself questions about what you want to change, like: In my life …
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… Other Treatment: Questions to Ask the Doctor On this page: Overview Overview … treatment, such as radiation or physiotherapy. General questions What is the name of the treatment? Why do I need … treatment, such as equipment or therapy? Questions to ask about the treatment What kind of preparation is needed for …