6361 results found
HealthLinkBC files
… other biological contaminants Last updated October 29, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 65b Download PDF Document English … earth, cover it with plastic If there is high humidity in your home that cannot otherwise be controlled, use a … dehumidifier. Make sure you choose a device that best meets your room size and humidity Repair all internal and external …
Health topics
… On this page: What Increases Your Risk Symptoms What Happens When to Call a Doctor … the body's natural defence system (immune system) attacks your body's healthy tissues instead of attacking only things like …
HealthLinkBC files
… Treating opioid overdose Last updated November 1, 2020 HealthLink BC File number 118 Download PDF Document English … and death. Why is opioid overdose an important public health issue? The number of opioid overdoses per year in … in B.C. at community pharmacies through First Nations Health Benefits. What is involved in THN training? Training …
Health topics
… of quitting smoking is getting help from those around you. Your family, friends, co-workers, and community groups all … snuff. Tell people that you're trying to quit. Don't hide your attempt because you're afraid people will see you fail. … smoking has done for them, such as a change in their health and sense of well-being. Ask them for any tips on how …
Health topics
… Fatigue Syndrome On this page: Health Tools Cause Symptoms What Happens When to Call a … a disease that causes you to feel so ill that you can't do your normal activities. Sleeping problems occur along with … get better with rest. Any kind of activity often makes your symptoms worse. You may have other symptoms like …
Health topics
… Caesarean Section On this page: Health Tools How a Caesarean Section Is Done Who To See Why … pregnant, chances are good that you will be able to deliver your baby through the birth canal (vaginal birth). But there … include: The baby is not in a head-down position close to your due date. You have a problem such as heart disease that …
Health topics
… an easy daily or weekly goal can motivate you to walk for your health. Experts recommend at least 2½ hours of moderate to … It's fine to walk in shorter periods of time throughout your day and week that add up to the recommended goals. Talk …
Health topics
… Overview Brightly coloured changes in the colour of your tongue may be caused by eating or drinking something … This problem can occur because of a lack of folic acid, iron, riboflavin, or vitamin B12 in the diet over a long … Non-Injury Current as of: November 14, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
HealthLinkBC files
… For child care providers Last updated April 16, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 110b Child Nutrition Series … a child is turning blue and cannot speak or cough, follow your organization's health and safety procedures. Call 9-1-1 … them food. Have them sit down and eat in a calm, quiet environment Teach children to chew their food well. Sit down …
HealthLinkBC files
… enterococci (VRE) Last updated October 1, 2017 HealthLink BC File number 74 Download PDF Document English … to person is by direct contact, usually with the hands. If your hands become contaminated, the VRE bacteria can enter your body if you put your hands into your mouth or eat …
