5112 results found
HealthLinkBC files
… influenza (flu) vaccine Last updated October 4, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 12d Influenza (Flu) Series … given as a nasal spray. For more information, please visit HealthLinkBC File #12e Live attenuated influenza (flu) vaccine . The vaccine is approved by Health Canada. In B.C., influenza vaccines are usually …
Health topics
… 8-1-1 , you will be connected with an English-speaking health service navigator. To get service in another … that language will join the call to assist you. Many HealthLinkBC Files and Health Features are available in multiple languages. … …
Health topics
… You may use tampons during your next period. It should start in 3 to 6 weeks. Ask your doctor when it is okay for … control, you might get pregnant before your next period starts. Birth Control Grief and Grieving … Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Sarah Marshall MD - Family …
Health topics
… You should feel a "stretch," not pain. Breathe out as you start the stretch, and breathe in while you hold the … up. Stretch your lower body. Here's a stretch you can start with: Place your left hand or wrist under your left … Cord Injury Current as of: August 25, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family …
Health topics
… Care for a Skin Wound On this page: Getting Started Getting Started Skin wounds, including animal or human bites, need … Cuts Adaptation Date: 9/12/2023 Adapted By: HealthLink BC Adaptation Reviewed By: HealthLink BC …
Health topics
… or pharmacist if all the medicines you take are safe. Other health problems. Before taking a medicine, be sure your doctor or pharmacist knows about all your health problems. The medicine for one health problem may affect another health problem. Always …
Health topics
… Overview Depression is a mental health condition that makes you feel sad, lose interest in … before. Have a family history of suicide. Have mental health problems such as depression, bipolar disorder, or … someone you know talks about suicide, self-harm, a mental health crisis, a substance use crisis, or any other kind of …
Health topics
… about your life. Eastern philosophies have recognized the health benefits of meditation for thousands of years. … the West, with the belief that it has positive effects on health. Two meditation techniques are most commonly used: … to help treat a wide range of physical and mental health conditions, including: Drug, nicotine, and alcohol …
Health topics
… and qi gong to increase energy (chi or qi) flow and improve health through gentle, graceful, repeated movements. Nature, … body, consists of opposing forces called yin and yang. Good health results when these forces are in balance. You do tai … combine meditation and movement and to improve and maintain health. Qi gong involves different movements that may be …
Health topics
… Risks In the United States, the National Institutes of Health, through the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health and other institutes, funds ongoing research of many … prescription and non-prescription medicines or natural health products. Before you use any traditional Chinese …
