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Breastfeeding - Learning the basics

… you don't have enough milk, seek support from your healthcare provider. Some herbs and medicine may increase milk … http://www.bcwomens.ca/our-services/labour-birth-post-birth-care/milk-bank . Learn together Spend time cuddling your … this close contact encourages breastfeeding. Take Care of Yourself Caring for yourself is important for …

Inactivated influenza flu vaccine

… years and older Residents of any age living in residential care, assisted living or other group facilities Children and … occurs, your health care provider is prepared to treat it. Emergency treatment includes administration of epinephrine … (adrenaline) and transfer by ambulance to the nearest emergency department. If symptoms develop after you leave …

Back Problems Proper Lifting

… help from one or more people. Lift and move slowly and carefully. The time you take to use the right lifting … Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine Brian D. O'Brien MD - Internal Medicine … Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine & Brian D. O'Brien MD - Internal Medicine …

Childhood vaccines are safe

… are free. Call your local public health unit or health care provider to make an appointment. Check what you know . … That is why every parent is asked to call their health care provider if any unusual or unexpected side effects … This is why you are asked to stay at the clinic or health care provider’s office for 15 minutes after your child has …

Find health services

… across the province. You can search for walk-in clinics, emergency rooms, hospitals, mental health programs, home care programs, pharmacy services, laboratory services, and …

COVID-19 mRNA vaccines

… People 65 years of age and older Residents of long-term care and assisted living facilities People with underlying … occurs, your health care provider is prepared to treat it. Emergency treatment includes administration of epinephrine … (adrenaline) and transfer by ambulance to the nearest emergency department. If symptoms develop after you leave …

Using Ice and Cold Packs

… are too heavy and bulky for use on or around the eye. Be careful around the eye to prevent a chemical burn to the eye … Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine Kathleen … Romito MD - Family Medicine H. Michael O'Connor MD - Emergency Medicine Joan Rigg PT, OCS - Physical Therapy …

Boils

… cause severe pain. How are they treated? You can sometimes care for a boil at home. Do not squeeze, scratch, drain, or … Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine E. … J. Gabica MD - Family Medicine H. Michael O'Connor MD - Emergency Medicine Current as of: March 22, 2023 Author: …

Travellers diarrhea and cholera vaccine

… in some countries. It is important to talk to your health care provider, or visit a travel clinic at least 6 to 8 … occur, your health care provider is prepared to treat it. Emergency treatment includes administration of epinephrine … (adrenaline) and transfer by ambulance to the nearest emergency department. If symptoms develop, call 9-1-1 or the …

COVID-19 protein subunit vaccine

… develop after receiving the vaccine, speak with your health care provider or call 8-1-1 for advice. Rare cases of … occurs, your health care provider is prepared to treat it. Emergency treatment includes administration of epinephrine … (adrenaline) and transfer by ambulance to the nearest emergency department. If symptoms develop after you leave …