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… an Injury in Children On this page: Overview Overview When your child injures his or her genital area, the pain can be … it is important to watch for urinary problems. A visit to a health professional is usually required if your child: Is … your child's back may injure a ureter or kidney. Sexual abuse and objects being placed in the urethra may injure the …
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… Cryptosporidium infection Last updated February 1, 2018 HealthLink BC File number 48 Download PDF Document English … is diarrhea. The number of people who have gotten sick because of Cryptosporidium infection in B.C. has decreased in … or any persistent diarrhea or vomiting, see your health care provider. You may be asked to submit a …
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… Abuse and neglect of older adults: Information for family caregivers Last updated September 1, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 93b Elder Abuse Prevention Series … and the possibility of abuse or neglect, pay attention to your own emotional and physical health. Here are some signs …
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… 9, 2024 Overview Nutrients are found in food and help your body work as it should. Learn about carbohydrates, … their functions, where to find them and how to make healthy choices: Carbohydrates (Government of Canada) Fibre … found, how much you need and why it’s important: Fibre and your health (HealthLinkBC File #68h) Getting enough fibre …
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… diarrhea and cholera vaccine Last updated March 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 41k Travel Series Download PDF … or working in some countries. It is important to talk to your health care provider, or visit a travel clinic at least … traveller’s diarrhea and cholera, which are infections caused by 2 types of bacteria. The vaccine is approved by …
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… Travelling with children Last updated April 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 41d Travel Series Download PDF … travel to tropical and developing countries. Speak with your health care provider or travel clinic staff for advice … factor) or more Your child’s car seat. They may be able to use it on the plane if they have their own seat Can I travel …
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… HealthLinkBC Files HealthLink BC Files are easy-to-understand fact sheets about public health and safety. Files are available as printable PDFs and can be found at many local public health units. Files are created, reviewed and updated in …
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… Overview Overview Reducing tobacco use as a step toward quitting may help you quit for good. … It's not clear that cutting back on tobacco reduces the health risks of using tobacco. If you smoke, reduced use has … cigarettes to give up. For example, stop smoking in your car on the way to work, or stop having cigarettes with …
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… Therapeutic Touch On this page: Treatment Overview Why It Is Used How Well It Works Risks Treatment … touch works for treating any type of disease. But some health professionals think it may be useful in helping with … touch along with conventional medical treatments. Talk with your doctor about any complementary health practice that you …
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… difficulties in care facilities Last updated June 17, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 110a Download PDF Document English … common in older people. These difficulties can start because of normal aging, medications, dental problems or medical treatments like surgery. They can also start because of health conditions like dementia, Multiple Sclerosis …
