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… Immunization for health care workers in B.C. Last updated March 1, 2013 … Babies may be born with damage to their sight, hearing, heart and brain. Rubella outbreaks in health care facilities … from influenza, such as the elderly or those with heart or lung disorders, weakened immune systems or other …
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… Get Regular Exercise for Mental Health On this page: Overview Overview … active. Anything that makes you breathe hard and gets your heart pumping is exercise. Climbing stairs instead of taking … active. Anything that makes you breathe hard and gets your heart pumping is exercise. Climbing stairs instead of taking …
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… Last updated January 27, 2025 Find a health service near you The BC Health Service Locator App helps you find walk-in clinics, … locations, pharmacies and laboratory services near you. HealthLink BC created this App to help you access health …
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… Healthy start: Public health services Last updated January 28, 2025 With all the … birth and as your child grows. Becoming familiar with the Healthy start: Public health services is a good place to begin learning more. …
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… Substance Use and Mental Health Conditions On this page: Overview … people who have substance use disorder also have a mental health condition. Doctors call this a dual diagnosis. You need to treat both conditions to fully recover. Mental health conditions that may occur with substance use disorder …
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… Health care providers during pregnancy Last updated December … 5, 2024 Overview When you become pregnant, finding a health care professional to provide maternity care that … you and shares in decision-making is important. Choosing a health care provider In B.C., you may choose a midwife or …
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… Emotional health and support during pregnancy Last updated December 5, … natural for you to focus extra attention on your physical health when pregnant. It is equally important that you take care of your emotional health. Being pregnant can bring up many new feelings and …
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… Radiation Exposure: Risks and Health Effects On this page: Overview Overview … Over time, radiation exposure may cause cancer and other health problems. But the risk of this happening is small. … from a nuclear accident: Wait for instructions from public health and emergency officials. They can tell you what to …
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… Special Health Concerns During Pregnancy Last updated January 30, … changes, so it's not always easy to know when to call your healthcare provider. Here's a look at some of the common … or spotting, stop whatever you're doing and talk to your healthcare provider immediately. One quarter of pregnant …
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… Health Risks Related to Smokeless Tobacco On this page: … slowly start to go away. Your gums should begin to look healthier. Seeing these changes may motivate you to stay … Smoking Current as of: March 22, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family …
