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COVID-19 People Who Are at High Risk for Serious Illness

… about ways to manage your risk. Should you get the COVID-19 vaccine? The simple answer is yes. The COVID-19 vaccine is safe and effective for almost everyone. The only … it are those who've had a severe allergic reaction to the vaccine's ingredients. Experts recommend staying up to date …
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Healthy eating guidelines for people with diverticular disease

… information, see the following resources: HealthLink BC www.healthlinkbc.ca – Get medically approved non-emergency health information. HealthLinkBC File #68h Fibre and Your Health www.healthlinkbc.ca/healthlinkbc-files/fibre Canada’s Food Guide …
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COVID-19 Advice if Youre Planning a Pregnancy Pregnant Recently Pregnant or Breastfeeding

… health of your baby. Experts recommend getting the COVID-19 vaccine if you are planning a pregnancy, are pregnant, were … (flu). Even if you are up to date on your COVID-19 vaccines, if COVID-19 is spreading in your area: Wear a mask … you're finished. If you have questions about the COVID-19 vaccine Talk with your doctor about getting the COVID-19 …
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Throat Culture

… Some bacterial throat infections include: Strep throat. Diphtheria ( Corynebacterium diphtheriae ). Whooping cough ( Bordetella pertussis ). … Some bacterial throat infections include: Strep throat. Diphtheria ( Corynebacterium diphtheriae ). Whooping cough ( …
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Hepatitis B How to Avoid Spreading the Virus

… close contact with an infected person get the hepatitis B vaccine. Do not donate blood or blood products, organs, … them. These include razors, toothbrushes, towels, and nail files. Use lotions or ointments to prevent chapped or broken … them. These include razors, toothbrushes, towels, and nail files. Use lotions or ointments to prevent chapped or broken …
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Home canning - How to avoid botulism

… food. For more information on sanitizing surfaces, see HealthLinkBC File #59a Food Safety: Easy Ways to Make Food …
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Helping your 1 to 3 Year old child eat well

… or growth, call 8-1-1 to speak with a registered dietitian HealthLinkBC File #69e Meal and Snack Ideas for Your 1 to 3 …
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Seniors falls can be prevented

… HealthLinkBC File #68j Healthy eating and healthy aging for …
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Campylobacter infection

… lenses. For more information on disinfecting water, see HealthLinkBC File #49b Disinfecting Drinking Water Make sure …
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Severe allergic reactions to food Children and teens

… https://foodallergycanada.ca Why Risk It? www.whyriskit.ca/ HealthLinkBC File #100c Allergy safe child care facilities …