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… Overview Many people see more than one doctor or health professional. Your primary care doctor, or family … doctor for a problem. You may see a specialist for another health concern. You may need a surgeon. Having many doctors … you need to take. Not know which doctor to ask about a health problem. Be asked the same questions over and over, …
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… Overview What are patient rights? As a person receiving health care, you have certain rights. Federal laws protect … also have laws protecting your rights. Hospitals and other health care facilities often have a "bill of rights" for … who is caring for you. And you have the right to keep your health care private. You also can expect help when you leave …
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… method, see the topic Stop Negative Thoughts: Choosing a Healthier Way of Thinking . An example of thought-stopping … Disorder Current as of: October 20, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Catherine D. Serio PhD - Behavioral Health Brian D. O'Brien MD - Internal Medicine Kathleen …
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… if this is a regularly scheduled appointment with your health professional. What questions or concerns do I want … fill in the following information. Condition or disease Health professional who diagnosed the condition What was the … tests (blood, urine, X-rays, or other tests) that this health professional did not order? Yes ___ No ___ If yes, …
HealthLinkBC files
… 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 …
HealthLinkBC files
… 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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… 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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… 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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… 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 …
