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… influenza (flu) vaccine Last updated October 4, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 12d Influenza (Flu) Series … influenza vaccine is made of killed influenza viruses or parts of the viruses. It protects against infection … When you get immunized, you help protect others as well by reducing the spread of the influenza virus. What are …
Medications
… advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care … cause addiction. This risk may be higher if you have a substance use disorder (such as overuse of or addiction to … you have any serious side effects, including: memory loss mental/mood/behavior changes (such as new/worsening …
Medications
… advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care … and should be used cautiously by people who have mental/mood disorders or a substance use disorder (such as overuse of or addiction to …
Health topics
… Key points to remember Two types of medicines work well for treating panic attacks. Benzodiazepines can help … fear of being in public places. What types of medicines are used for panic disorder? The two types of medicines used … These stories are based on information gathered from health professionals and consumers. They may be helpful as …
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… Disinfecting drinking water Last updated July 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 49b Download PDF Document English … drinking water. These pathogens may include bacteria, viruses or parasites (e.g., Campylobacter , Salmonella, Giardia … about your drinking water, contact your local environmental health officer or your local health authority. For …
Medications
… Pravastatin - Oral On this page: Uses How To Use Side Effects Precautions Drug Interactions … advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care … time each day. Keep taking this medication even if you feel well. Most people with high cholesterol or triglycerides do …
Medications
… advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care … works by blocking your body's production of certain natural substances that cause inflammation. This effect helps to … including: hearing changes (such as ringing in the ears) mental/mood changes easy bleeding/bruising difficult/painful …
Medical tests
… Test Overview A mammogram is an X-ray of the breast that is used to screen for breast cancer . Mammograms can find … or on your breasts. The residue left on your skin by these substances may interfere with the X-rays. How It Is Done You … Over time, exposure to radiation may cause cancer and other health problems. But in most cases, the risk of getting …
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… tobacco smoke and vapour Last updated August 7, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 30a Download PDF Document English … hundreds of which are toxic and at least 70 that can cause cancer. There is no risk-free level of exposure to … The vapour contains nicotine as well as potentially harmful substances, such as heavy metals and tobacco-specific …
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… you or someone you know talks about suicide, self-harm, a mental health crisis, a substance use crisis, or any other kind of emotional …
