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… Myths and facts Last updated September 16, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 12c Influenza (Flu) Series … vaccines are a safe and effective way to help people stay healthy, prevent illness and even save lives. The influenza … influenza vaccine or any part of the vaccine, talk to your health care provider. You may need to be tested for …
Healthy eating
Healthy eating guidelines for food safety during pregnancy … general food safety recommendations helps you have a healthy pregnancy. Use the information in this fact sheet to … you choose foods that will keep you and your baby safe and healthy. Steps you can take General food safety …
Health topics
… smoking has done for them, such as a change in their health and sense of well-being. Ask them for any tips on how … Canada's "You can quit smoking" webpage at www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/smoking-tobacco/quit-smoking/ti… , or … to quit. Current as of: March 22, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family …
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… risk is can help you make important decisions about your health. Some people decide to take extra steps to prevent … and counselling are often covered by provincial and private health plans. But check with your health plan to find out for sure. Breast …
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… forms cost much more than ready-made forms. Your provincial health plan or private health insurance may not cover this extra cost. Your local … breast forms. Check to see if your provincial or private health insurance will cover the cost of a prosthesis and …
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… clubfoot is caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors that is not well understood. If someone in … increase. Clubfoot present at birth can point to further health problems because clubfoot can be linked with other … clubfoot is caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors that is not well understood. If someone in …
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… angina, along with taking medicines and having a heart-healthy lifestyle. Take medicines and have a heart-healthy lifestyle to treat stable angina. This is called … Key points to remember Both medical therapy alone (heart-healthy lifestyle and taking medicines) and angioplasty plus …
Medications
… advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care … stomach/abdominal pain dark urine yellowing eyes/skin mental/mood changes (such as new/worsening depression, … stomach/abdominal pain dark urine yellowing eyes/skin mental/mood changes (such as new/worsening depression, …
Medications
… advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care … a variety of conditions, including depression and other mental/mood disorders. These medications can help prevent … any condition may experience worsening depression, other mental/mood symptoms, or suicidal thoughts/attempts. It is …
Medications
… advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care … a variety of conditions, including depression and other mental/mood disorders. These medications can help prevent … any condition may experience worsening depression, other mental/mood symptoms, or suicidal thoughts/attempts. It is …