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… How can I protect myself and my family? Are there tests for the Zika virus? What is Zika virus? Zika virus … while pregnant, speak with your health care provider or see HealthLinkBC File #41g The Pregnant Traveller . How can I … you and your family from mosquito bites, please visit HealthLinkBC File #96 Insect Repellents and DEET . Women …
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… Guidelines for food & beverage sales: Selling food and beverages at … BC: Speak to a Dietitian by dialing 8-1-1 or Email a HealthLinkBC Dietitian HealthLinkBC File #109 Caffeinated Energy Drinks Food Safe …
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… include the misuse of prescribed or over the counter drugs. For more information about FASD, the use of alcohol and … 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 …
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… to have more than 1 type of HPV infection at the same time. For an accurate diagnosis, a health care provider should … has occurred. For more information on the HPV vaccines, see HealthLinkBC File #101b Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccines … on how you can reduce your chance of getting an STI, see HealthLinkBC File #08o Preventing sexually transmitted …
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… this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment Related Information Check Your Symptoms … infection No Symptoms of fungal infection Are there white patches in the mouth? Yes White patches in mouth No White patches in mouth Is your child …
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… Tips for diapering a newborn baby Last updated August 8, 2013 … table, even for a second! Babies move around, so keep creams, pins, etc. out of reach. Give your baby a toy to … than five days, has blisters, pus, peeling areas or crusty patches, or is mainly in the skin creases, call your …
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… STI. Talk to your health care provider about getting tested for STIs, or go to your local sexual health clinic. In some areas, you can go online to request a test for some STIs at … For more information about emergency contraception, see HealthLinkBC File #91b Emergency contraception (EC) Condoms …
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… you have HTLV-1, your health care provider may send you for a blood test. How is the virus spread? HTLV-1 is spread … by: Sharing needles, syringes or other equipment used for injecting drugs Sexual contact. Evidence shows that the … recommended. For more information on breastfeeding, see HealthLinkBC File #70 Breastfeeding or chestfeeding . How …
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… if flooding is close to your home. Learn what you can do before an emergency or disaster such as flooding, and what you … flood ready Seniors as Emergency Response Volunteers (HealthLinkBC File #103b ) During a flood Evacuation … during a flood Seniors as Emergency Response Volunteers (HealthLinkBC File #103b ) Floodwaters can quickly wash out …
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… this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment Related Information Check Your Symptoms … bite Are there any hives? Hives are raised, red, itchy patches of skin. They usually have red borders and pale … Dealing With Emergencies Finger, Hand, and Wrist Injuries Immunizations Puncture Wounds Scrapes Toe, Foot, and Ankle …
