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… Your health this winter Last updated December 12, 2024 Download … can also be a stressful time for many people and may cause some of us to experience seasonal affective disorder … Prepare and learn when you or a family member may need to use the ER. To learn more, see: BC Children's Hospital: When …
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… Your health this summer Last updated July 5, 2024 Download PDF: … illness can increase during the summer. This is because hot and humid weather can create conditions for bacteria … bacteria produce. Food safety can be more challenging because we often cook outdoors. Learn how to safely prepare and …
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… Your health this fall Last updated August 16, 2024 Download PDF: … during fall Respiratory illnesses Several respiratory viruses are causing illness in B.C. including COVID-19 and … Pollen, molds, dust mites and other allergens can cause fall seasonal allergies. Learn about seasonal allergies, …
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… Loneliness and Your Health On this page: Overview Overview … be difficult and lonely. Health effects Loneliness can cause higher amounts of stress hormones in your body. This can …
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… Alcohol and Your Health On this page: Topic … that things like age, sex, weight, and health history can cause alcohol to affect people differently. If you choose to …
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… Your health this spring Last updated February 23, 2024 Download … to home, it is important that you know how to take care of yourself and your family. On this page, learn information on … may trigger allergic reactions. These allergens may also cause asthma attacks. Learn about seasonal allergies, …
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… Vitamin D and your health Last updated September 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File … do I need vitamin D? Vitamin D helps your body absorb and use calcium for strong bones and teeth. vitamin D also helps …
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… Calcium and your health Last updated September 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File … absorb calcium from foods. Should I take a supplement? Use the food sources table below to find out how much … to see how much calcium the food contains. You can also use the calcium calculator on the Osteoporosis Canada …
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… Iron and Your Health Last updated November 1, 2020 HealthLink BC File … Why is iron important? Iron is a mineral that your body uses to make hemoglobin (pronounced “hee-muh-glow-bin”). … such as long-distance runners may need more iron because of the intensity of their activity. If you think you …
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… Fibre and Your Health Last updated March 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 68h Nutrition Series Download PDF … Why is fibre important? Eating high-fibre foods can lower your risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and colon …
