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… Measles Last updated December 1, 2023 HealthLink BC File number 14b Download PDF Document English … need protection against measles. For more information, see HealthLinkBC File #14a Measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) vaccine … to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 …
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… constipation with diet: adults Last updated March 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 68l Nutrition Series Download PDF … medications Use of supplements such as iron and calcium Health conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome, colorectal cancer, eating disorders, underactive …
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… questions about pregnancy options, procedures and other topics, you can call these toll-free numbers: Pregnancy … Sex Sense Line Offers general sexual and reproductive health information. They also provide referral to resources … Emergency contraception Emergency contraception (EC) (HealthLinkBC File #91b) Abortion Deciding to end a pregnancy …
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… diabetes: type 1, type 2 and gestational diabetes. For more HealthLinkBC content on Diabetes, see: Diabetes Diabetes: … Differences Between Type 1 and 2 For information for healthcare providers on the screening, management, and … see Breastfeeding When You Have Diabetes Diabetes-related Topics Diabetes and Alcohol Diabetes: How to Prepare for a …
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… Rotavirus vaccine (Rotarix®) Last updated May 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 104a Child Immunization Series … more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the rotavirus vaccine? The rotavirus … to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 …
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… reaction to a medicine. One example is Stevens-Johnson syndrome . Blisters that occur with other signs of illness, … and older adults tend to get sicker quicker. Your overall health . If you have a condition such as diabetes, HIV, … the immune system like steroids or chemotherapy, or natural health products can cause symptoms or make them worse. …
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… (parvovirus infection) Last updated October 29, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 54 Download PDF Document English … Wash your hands often. For more information, please visit HealthLinkBC File #85 Hand washing: Help stop the spread of … to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 …
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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 … to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye Syndrome. For more information on Reye Syndrome, see …
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… tobacco smoke and vapour Last updated August 7, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 30a Download PDF Document English … smoking or vaping. This smoke or vapour is harmful to the health of both the person who smokes or vapes, and those who … have a greater chance of dying from Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). For more information, please visit …
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… page: What Is an Ashkenazi Jewish Genetic Panel (AJGP)? Health Tools What Is Carrier Screening? Who Should Be … or are pregnant. Diseases in this group include: Bloom syndrome. Babies with this disease are born small and remain … to build up in the cells of the brain and nervous system. Health Tools Health Tools help you make wise health