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… and are given by injection. For more information, see HealthLinkBC File #12d Inactivated Influenza (Flu) Vaccine . … vaccines are usually available beginning in October. For your best protection, get immunized as soon as possible. You … For more information, see the following HealthLinkBC Files: HealthLinkBC File #12a Why seniors should get the …
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… for long periods can be dangerous. If it gets very hot in your home, plan to go somewhere cooler if possible. What can … Keep cool outside During an extreme heat event, you can lower the risk of heat-related illness by keeping infants … Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). For more information, visit: HealthLinkBC File #46 Sleep related infant death . BC’s heat …
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… For more information about gonorrhea and chlamydia, see HealthLinkBC File #08a Gonorrhea and HealthLinkBC File #08l Chlamydia . To find out if you have … have any oral, vaginal or anal sex for 7 days after you and your partner(s) start the antibiotic treatment. If you or …
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… free for everyone 6 months and older. It's important to get your flu vaccine to protect yourself this fall and winter. … are and more, see Facts about Influenza (the Flu) (HealthLinkBC File #12b) . Who should get an influenza … on the links below. Inactivated influenza (flu) vaccine (HealthLinkBC File #12d) Influenza (flu) immunization: Myths …
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… travel to tropical and developing countries. Speak with your health care provider or travel clinic staff for advice … recommendations for children under 2 years old, visit HealthLinkBC File #96 Insect repellants and DEET . How can I … For more information, visit the following HeatlhLinkBC Files: HealthLinkBC File #41e Traveller’s diarrhea …
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… toilet, or to become independent in toileting. Start when your child shows you they are ready. Make toilet learning a … To learn more about child development, see the following HealthLinkBC Files: HealthLinkBC File #92a Your Child and Play From Birth …
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… an influenza vaccine Staying home when you are ill Washing your hands regularly Cleaning and disinfecting objects and … care provider. For more information on Reye syndrome, see HealthLinkBC File #84 Reye syndrome . When should I see a … For more information, see the following HealthLinkBC Files: HealthLinkBC File #12a Why seniors should get the …
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… the Seniors Abuse Info Line (SAIL) at 604 437-1940 in the Lower Mainland, or toll free at 1 866 437-1940. If you see a … information on abuse and older adults, see the following HealthLinkBC Files: HealthLinkBC File #93a Preventing Abuse and Neglect …
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… amounts of hepatitis B antibodies taken from donated human blood. Antibodies are proteins that a person’s immune system … who inject drugs or are sex trade workers Depending on your immunization history, you may receive a dose of … with your health care provider. For more information, visit HealthLinkBC File #25a Hepatitis B vaccine . What are the …
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… alcohol at all. Drinking alcohol during pregnancy puts your baby at risk of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, also … your baby's health, see: Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (HealthLinkBC File #38e) Fetal alcohol syndrome Alcohol … drugs during pregnancy visit: Pregnancy and alcohol use (HealthLinkBC File #38d) Alcohol or drug use during pregnancy …
