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… Childhood vaccines are safe Last updated January 1, 2016 HealthLink BC File number 50c Child Immunization Series … on time. The vaccines are free. Call your local public health unit or health care provider to make an appointment. Check what you …
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… Using alcohol or drugs can affect young people's general health, physical growth, and emotional and social … speed). Methamphetamine can cause seizures; stroke; serious mental health issues, including paranoia, hallucinations, … they may use a substance to try to: Get rid of symptoms of mental health issues such as attention deficit hyperactivity …
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… member ages, you may have concerns about how to manage health problems. Most people would like to stay in their … long-term care? People may consider long-term care when a health condition makes meeting health and personal needs hard or impossible to do on their …
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… care planning means that you plan ahead for your future health care. Even if you're healthy, it's important to make a plan in case the time … able to make decisions for yourself. If you have a serious health problem that is getting worse, making decisions now …
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… Falls in Older Adults Seniors’ Falls Can be Prevented (HealthLink BC File # 78) What You Can Do to Prevent a Fall? … home, at play and on the move. Parachute: Concussion Your health authority For information related to concussion from your health authority, where available, click on the links below. …
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… Overview A bite injury may need to be closed by a health professional, may require antibiotic medicines, or … time that has passed since the bite occurred. The general health of the person bitten. It is important to determine if your wound needs to be closed by a health professional. Your risk of infection increases the …
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… development is very important for your child’s future health and well-being. Baby’s Best Chance provides easy-to-read tips on having a healthy pregnancy and giving your baby a good start in life. … | Chinese | Farsi | French | Punjabi | Spanish | Tagalog Health Care During Pregnancy English | Arabic | Chinese | …
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… before and during your appointment to follow up on a health problem. Concerns What health problem is the reason for this return appointment? … call to report signs and symptoms? When should I contact my health professional? Fill in the appropriate box below with …
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… have a baby, learning more about your fertility and staying healthy can improve your chances. Healthy eating, keeping active and avoiding certain … pregnancy. Learn about when you may want to get help from health care providers with trying to conceive. Ovulation and …
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… about weight management Most people think that being at a healthy weight means being "thin." Actually, a healthy weight is a weight that lowers your risk for health problems. It's more about healthy living than what …
