Search Results

2233 results found
HealthLinkBC files

Managing constipation with diet adults

… substances that can help relieve constipation. However, the long-term use of some laxatives can make your body depend on …
HealthLinkBC files

Malaria prevention

… bites by doing the following: Wear light-coloured clothing, long sleeve shirts, pants and socks. Treat clothing with an …
HealthLinkBC files

Disinfecting drinking water

… it and let it stand for 1 to 2 hours before drinking. The longer the treated water stands the better it works to … (thyroid problems or iodine sensitivity) associated with long-term iodine use. Children and pregnant women are …
HealthLinkBC files

Grade 6 immunizations in BC

… the vaccine than older teens or adults. This provides long-lasting protection against HPV The vaccine works best …
HealthLinkBC files

Numbing Creams and Patches for Immunizations

… the length of time the product needs to be applied; and how long the product lasts once it is removed. It is important …
Health topics

Understanding How Adverse Childhood Experiences ACEs Can Affect Children

… being in foster care can also cause stress that can have long-term effects. What happens when a child has had ACEs? … if you have problems with substance use. People who need longer-term help with mental health or substance use … being in foster care can also cause stress that can have long-term effects. What happens when a child has had ACEs? …
Health topics

Kidney Disease Changing Your Diet

… Overview When you have kidney disease, your kidneys are no longer working as well as they need to. Changing your diet … make the recommended changes so you can stay healthy for as long as possible. You need to get enough calories to be … Overview When you have kidney disease, your kidneys are no longer working as well as they need to. Changing your diet …
Health topics

Gastroesophageal Reflux in Babies and Children

… a prescription. But they are not usually recommended for long-term use. Be careful when you give your child … a prescription. But they are not usually recommended for long-term use. Be careful when you give your child …
Health topics

Incision Care After Surgery

… To reduce the risk of infection: Ask your doctor how long you need to keep the area dry. Follow your doctor's … redness and swelling where the stitch enters the skin, along with mild irritation and itching. Your stitches may … To reduce the risk of infection: Ask your doctor how long you need to keep the area dry. Follow your doctor's …
Health topics

Healthy Eating for Canadians

… I'm busy?" "Do I eat more than I need to when I wait too long to eat?" "Is it harder for me to make healthy choices … I'm busy?" "Do I eat more than I need to when I wait too long to eat?" "Is it harder for me to make healthy choices …