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… see your doctor right away. This will help prevent serious health problems for yourself. And it can reduce the risk of … Infections Current as of: August 2, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, … - Emergency Medicine Current as of: August 2, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… When to call your healthcare provider Last updated August 11, 2013 Lots of … to ask for help. It is good to become familiar with your healthcare providers' policies regarding phone calls, home … and on call coverage. Once you know who will be on your health care support team, record their contact information …
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… about the dangers of nitrates in well water, see the HealthLink BC file Nitrate Contamination in Well Water. To … to see if it's safe to drink. For more information, see the HealthLink BC file Should I Get My Well Water Tested? Never … information on safely preparing infant formula, visit the Health Canada website . Resources & links How to disinfect …
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… expectant family but they generally come in two types - healthcare support teams and personal support teams. The … you trust. In addition to your doctor or midwife, your healthcare support team could include organizations and individuals such as: Hospital and public health nurses HealthLink BC (tele-nurses, pharmacists and …
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… Sheltering in Place In many types of public health emergencies, the safest thing to do is simply to stay … is safe to come out. Current as of: March 2, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Thomas M. Bailey MD - … MD - Family Medicine Current as of: March 2, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Thomas M. Bailey MD - …
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… group that can help you. Talk with your doctor or another health professional if you think you may be depressed or are … (ADHD) Current as of: October 20, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family … Pediatrics Current as of: October 20, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family …
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… with alcohol or drug use problems. People with mental health or developmental problems. People who work in the … Illnesses Adaptation Date: 6/14/2023 Adapted By: HealthLink BC Adaptation Reviewed By: HealthLink BC Adaptation Date: 6/14/2023 Adapted By: …
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… Nearly broke, and needing care not covered by provincial health insurance, she says her life became a "dark maze of … privacy. Current as of: October 20, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family … MD - Psychiatry Current as of: October 20, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family …
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… doctor you see knows about all of the medicines natural health products you take. This means anything you take with … 2 Diabetes Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - … FRCPC - Endocrinology Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… in the 24 hours before having a BUN test. How It Is Done A health professional uses a needle to take a blood sample, … doctor will also look at your results based on your age, health, and other factors. A value that isn't in the normal … the Doctor Current as of: September 8, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …