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… how long you might live (your life expectancy), your other health problems, and how you feel about each treatment. You … how long you might live (your life expectancy), your other health problems, and how you feel about each treatment. You … document some Information (e.g. cross-references to other topics, definitions or medical illustrations) is only …
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… Childhood vaccines are safe Last updated January 1, 2016 HealthLink BC File number 50c Child Immunization Series … on time. The vaccines are free. Call your local public health unit or health care provider to make an appointment. Check what you …
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… Quit or reduce vaping Last updated August 7, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 30d Download PDF Document English … What are the risks of vaping? Vaping can impact your health in several ways: Exposure to toxic and cancer-causing … when users don’t have access to nicotine Cardiovascular health: vaping can impact arteries and blood vessels, which …
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… member ages, you may have concerns about how to manage health problems. Most people would like to stay in their … long-term care? People may consider long-term care when a health condition makes meeting health and personal needs hard or impossible to do on their …
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… child what they observed someone else doing well. Practise healthy self-reflection and share with teens what you liked … explain how the physiological signs of stress are actually healthy mechanisms that get their bodies ready for action … - and a lot of love and humour. Resources and Links: HealthLink BC: Stress management: Helping your child with …
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… Overview A bite injury may need to be closed by a health professional, may require antibiotic medicines, or … time that has passed since the bite occurred. The general health of the person bitten. It is important to determine if your wound needs to be closed by a health professional. Your risk of infection increases the …
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… Falls in Older Adults Seniors’ Falls Can be Prevented (HealthLink BC File # 78) What You Can Do to Prevent a Fall? … home, at play and on the move. Parachute: Concussion Your health authority For information related to concussion from your health authority, where available, click on the links below. …
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… of ACEs include violence, neglect, abuse, and family mental health or substance use problems. What are some examples of … drug use, or misusing prescription medicines. Mental health problems in the home. A household member is depressed, has mental health issues, or has attempted or died by suicide. …
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… before and during your appointment to follow up on a health problem. Concerns What health problem is the reason for this return appointment? … call to report signs and symptoms? When should I contact my health professional? Fill in the appropriate box below with …
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… Current as of: October 20, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - … - Urology, Oncology Current as of: October 20, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - … This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise, Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability …