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… Clean-up after a flood Last updated September 23, 2022 HealthLink BC … File #49b Disinfecting Drinking Water . Should I worry about asbestos? If you must remove building materials such … particularly if goods are stored in these spaces. What about septic systems and waste disposal? Flooding can …
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… Coping After a Traumatic Event On this page: Overview Overview A … and activities. Having disturbing memories or dreams about the event. Certain smells, noises, or other reminders … hours a day, 7 days a week If you or someone you know talks about suicide, self-harm, a mental health crisis, a …
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… Your body after pregnancy Last updated August 14, 2013 Having a baby … following the birth of your baby and if you have any concerns, it's important to address them with your health … in the garden. talked with my partner, friends or family about my feelings? met with a support group of people who …
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… Talk to Others About Depression On this page: Overview … a doctor for them to talk to about their questions or concerns. Remember that kids may hear things about … a doctor for them to talk to about their questions or concerns. Remember that kids may hear things about
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… Incision Care After Surgery On this page: Overview Overview After surgery, you will need to take care of the incision as … Expose incisions to sunlight. You may shower 24 to 48 hours after surgery. Before you shower, cover the bandage with a …
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… Pregnancy After Age 35 On this page: Overview … number of pregnancies affected by a chromosome problem is about: footnote 1 1 out of 110 at age 30. 1 out of 84 at age … and what tests are available in your area. Deciding about birth defects testing The decision to test for birth …
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… Questions About Medicines for Epilepsy On this page: Overview Related … routine for yourself or your child, it may help you to talk about some of the choices and issues involved. Some of the … likely to follow the treatment plan. Talk to your doctor about what to do if you miss a dose. How will the medicine's …
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… is important to be evaluated by a health professional soon after your symptoms start. Symptoms of an STI include: A … around the genitals or anus. Vaginal spotting or bleeding after sexual intercourse. General symptoms of an infection, … be harder for your health professional to diagnose your STI after the symptoms have changed. A delay in being evaluated …
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… Myths and Facts About Depression On this page: Overview Overview People's ideas about depression have changed over the years. New technology … something bad happens to you. For example, you only get it after a bad divorce or losing your job." Depression may …
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… Facts about influenza (the flu) Last updated September 16, 2022 … before feeling sick. An adult can spread the virus from about 1 day before to 5 days after symptoms start. Young children may be able to spread …