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… Disinfecting drinking water Last updated July 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 49b Download PDF Document English … kills or removes pathogens from drinking water, reducing health risks. You can disinfect water by adding chemicals, … but only for short periods of time. There are potential health concerns (thyroid problems or iodine sensitivity) …
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… Insect repellents and DEET Last updated April 1, 2015 HealthLink BC File number 96 Download PDF Document English … the virus. For more information on West Nile Virus, see HealthLinkBC File #88 West Nile virus . What is DEET? DEET … use against them. For more information on tick bites, see HealthLinkBC File #01 Tick bites and disease . Is DEET safe? …
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… Grade 6 immunizations in B.C. Last updated June 22, 2023 HealthLink BC File number 50f Child Immunization Series … more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. Vaccines are the best way to protect your … in B.C., see the B.C. Immunization Schedules at www.healthlinkbc.ca/bc-immunizationschedules . It is important …
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… are often available too. You can help your children make healthy choices by openly discussing issues related to … agonist medications. Callers are also linked to regional health-care teams for ongoing treatment and support. The … anywhere in B.C. at 1-800-663-1441, or visit our Mental Health and Substance Use web pages. To find mental health …
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… Healthy Eating: Eating Heart-Healthy Foods Actionset Overview Heart disease is the number … most important things you can do is to start eating a heart-healthy diet. Changing your diet can help stop or even … small changes can add up to a big difference in your heart health. To have a heart-healthy diet: Eat more fruits, …
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… your medicine schedule or if you have any changes in your health that might affect your medicine needs, such as a … cost of epilepsy medicines is covered under your provincial health plan. But if cost is a consideration in building a … prescription or non-prescription. This includes any natural health products. Take your medicine list with you for each …
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… of the staff? Many nursing homes are staffed primarily with health care aides, who provide the majority of care to residents. Training programs for health care aides vary from province to province. Most … be available at all times to oversee the care given by the health care aides. Does the staff get regular educational …
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… when people are infected with Zika virus. The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC), the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and the World Health Organization (WHO) have the most current information … Symptoms and treatment website ( www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/zika-virus.html ) to learn more. …
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… work sleep disorder Shift work has been linked with certain health problems including diabetes and heart attacks. Lack … you get home. Take care of yourself, and get support. Eat a healthy diet. Some people who work night shifts gain weight … for an emergency. Ask your doctor before you try a natural health product or medicine. Doctors usually advise people to …
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… Keep your doctor informed about any changes in your health. Use your whole team. Find out who else is on your … take? Are there costs not covered by my provincial health plan or private health insurance? How soon do I need to make a decision …
