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… Development, Ages 12 to 24 Months On this page: Overview Health Tools What to Expect Common Concerns Promoting … but a little behind in another. At routine checkups, your child's doctor will check for milestones. This is to make sure that your child is growing and developing as they should. Your …
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… Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) On this page: Health Tools When to Call a Doctor Examinations and Tests … you make wise health decisions or take action to improve your health. Actionsets are designed to help people take an … example, call if: You passed out (lost consciousness). Call your doctor if you have symptoms. For example, call if: You …
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… Taking antiretroviral medicines for HIV can help you stay healthy and live about as long as someone without HIV. Often … loads. The disease may also get worse. How can you take your medicines safely? Stay on your schedule Know how to take your medicine. Some medicines …
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… Alcohol has both immediate and long-term effects on your body, including an increased risk of injuries and chronic diseases. The less you drink, the lower your risk. Different factors put some people more at risk … than others. Learn about Canada’s Guidance on Alcohol and Health to help you make informed choices about alcohol use. …
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… about influenza (the flu) Last updated September 16, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 12b Influenza (Flu) Series … an influenza vaccine Staying home when you are ill Washing your hands regularly Cleaning and disinfecting objects and … in the waste basket or garbage Cough and sneezing into your shirt sleeve rather than your hands Getting an …
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… Surgery: What to Expect On this page: Overview Health Tools Before Surgery During Surgery After Surgery … you make wise health decisions or take action to improve your health. Decision Points focus on key medical care … Surgery? Before Surgery You will have an appointment with your surgeon before your surgery. Take along a list of …
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… Imaging (MRI) of the Spine On this page: Test Overview Health Tools Why It Is Done How To Prepare How It Is Done … that can't be seen with other imaging tests. For an MRI, your body is placed inside a machine that contains a strong … you make wise health decisions or take action to improve your health. Decision Points focus on key medical care …
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… and Development, Ages 6 to 10 Years On this page: Overview Health Tools What to Expect Common Concerns Promoting … but a little behind in another. At routine checkups, your child's doctor will check for milestones. This is to make sure that your child is growing and developing as they should. Your …
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… Alzheimer's Disease On this page: Health Tools Cause Prevention Symptoms What Happens When To … loss of memory and of how well you can speak, think, and do your daily activities. The disease gets worse over time, but … It may not mean that you have Alzheimer's disease. But if your memory is getting worse, see your doctor. If it is …
HealthLinkBC files
… Traveller's diarrhea Last updated March 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 41e Travel Series Download PDF … Check that bottled beverages are sealed Wash and peel your own fruits and vegetables with bottled or treated water … unless it has been treated Drink tap water or add ice to your beverages Eat leftovers or food at buffets that has …
