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… Smoking: Health Risk for Family Members On this page: Overview … Information Overview Most people know that smoking is not good for their health. But smoke from your cigarettes ( … you've ever thought about quitting, now you have one more good reason—for your family's and your friends' health. …
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… Depression, Anxiety, and Physical Health Problems On this page: Overview … can affect how you feel. Get support from others. Taking good care of yourself is important as you recover from … Keep a diary of your symptoms. Or discuss your fears with a good friend. Confiding in others sometimes relieves stress. …
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… Healthy start: Public health services Last updated January 28, 2025 With all the … birth and as your child grows. Becoming familiar with the Healthy start: Public health services is a good place to begin learning more. These services ensure …
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… Cardiac Rehabilitation: Emotional Health Benefits On this page: Overview … feel better, it might be easier to do the things that are good for your heart. Cardiac … feel better, it might be easier to do the things that are good for your heart. Cardiac …
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… Information and resources on cancer for health care professionals Last updated November 1, 2021 … small minority, are engaging at sufficient levels. Canadian guidelines recommend that exercise be a part of standard … rehabilitation programs in their clinic or health service. Guidelines for implementing exercise programs for cancer …
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… Information and resources on arthritis for health care professionals Last updated November 1, 2021 The … of adults with knee OA meet current physical activity (PA) guidelines. Similarly, only 14% of people living with RA meet PA guidelines. Individuals who had joint replacement surgery …
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… Information and resources on stroke for health care professionals Last updated February 4, 2024 Over … quality of life Physical activity and stroke Clinical guidelines recommend that people who have experienced stroke … activity sessions as tolerated. Additionally, clinical guidelines recommend including 2 to 3 sessions each week of …
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… Health Screenings: Should I Buy Commercial Tests? Decision … treatment that you may not need. A package may seem like a good value. But you may be paying for tests you don't need. … is dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA). All treatment guidelines are based on DXA. Heel tests provide a different …
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… Last updated January 27, 2025 Find a health service near you The BC Health Service Locator App helps you find walk-in clinics, … locations, pharmacies and laboratory services near you. HealthLink BC created this App to help you access health …
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… Substance Use and Mental Health Conditions On this page: Overview … people who have substance use disorder also have a mental health condition. Doctors call this a dual diagnosis. You need to treat both conditions to fully recover. Mental health conditions that may occur with substance use disorder …
