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Health topics
… to tell apart. The only way to know for sure which illness you have is to be tested. If you have questions about … home and limiting contact with people in your home. You'll need to wash your hands often and disinfect surfaces that you touch. And be sure to wear a mask when you're around other people. This is also good advice if …
Health features
… Vaccinations remain the best defense against COVID-19. You should receive all doses you are eligible for and … Broken bones, or suspected broken bones Stroke or heart attack symptoms Symptoms of sepsis Pain in early … to investigate the underlying cause. To learn more about when to take your child to the emergency room, see: BC …
Health topics
… fish separately from other food items. Go home as soon as you finish shopping so that you can store all foods … on food packaging. Food labels provide information about when to use the food and how to store it. Read food labels … to help prevent food poisoning. Pregnant women also need to take these extra precautions to avoid listeria …
Health topics
… by doctors from throughout the province. They can help you stay healthy, get better, manage chronic conditions and seek further treatment, if needed. HealthLink BC physician services are available to … by a doctor would help you get the best advice on when and where you should seek care. They may refer you to …
Medical tests
… several ways to do a breast biopsy. The type of biopsy that you have will depend on the size and location of the … general anesthesia , follow the instructions exactly about when to stop eating and drinking, or your surgery may be … anesthesia or are going to be given a sedative. Other tests, such as blood tests, may be done before your breast …
Medications
… that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate for you. This information is not individual medical advice and … and sunlamps. Use sunscreen and wear protective clothing when outdoors. Tell your doctor right away if you get … not share this medication with others. Lab and/or medical tests (such as calcium levels) may be done while you are …
Medications
… right away if any of these effects occur: headache, slow heartbeat, muscle pain, dizziness/fainting, nausea, or … During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits, and … provincial poison control center. Notes Lab and/or medical tests may be done while you are using this medication. Keep …
Medications
… that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate for you. This information is not individual medical advice and … provincial poison control center. Notes Lab and/or medical tests (such as complete blood count, kidney function tests) … unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your …
Medications
… that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate for you. This information is not individual medical advice and … and herbal products). This medication should be used only when clearly needed during the first 3 months of pregnancy. … not share this medication with others. Lab and/or medical tests (such as complete blood counts, liver/thyroid …
Medications
… that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate for you. This information is not individual medical advice and … products). Folic acid is safe to take during pregnancy when used as directed. It is included in prenatal vitamin … not share this medication with others. Lab and/or medical tests (such as complete blood count, folate blood level, …
