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Your health this fall Last updated August 16, 2024 Download PDF: … during fall Respiratory illnesses Several respiratory viruses are causing illness in B.C. including COVID-19 and … Poisoning Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: Protecting Your Home Mental health Changes in routine, staying indoors more and …
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… Nausea and Vomiting, Age 11 and Younger On this page: Overview … or longer Fever for 1 week or more Does your child have a health problem or take medicine that weakens his or her … illness may include: A severe headache. A stiff neck. Mental changes, such as feeling confused or much less alert. …
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… may affect the upper respiratory system (nose, mouth, sinuses, and throat) or the lower bronchial tubes and lungs. … Mild Mild difficulty breathing Do you have a chronic health problem that affects your breathing, such as asthma, … illness may include: A severe headache. A stiff neck. Mental changes, such as feeling confused or much less alert. …
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… Transmitted Infections Overview In most healthy adults, pleasure and interest in sex remain as they … before you have sex. If you are using nitroglycerin, do not use erection-enhancing medicine such as sildenafil (Viagra), … emotional problems. Touch is important to older adults as well. Touch helps us feel connected with others. Get a …
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Your health this winter Last updated December 12, 2024 Download … can also be a stressful time for many people and may cause some of us to experience seasonal affective disorder … physical activity promote and support social, physical and mental well-being for everyone, at all ages and stages of …
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… Hemorrhoids: Which Treatment Should I Use? Decision Point You may want to have a say in this … (Motrin) and naproxen (Aleve), can help with pain and swelling. Be safe with medicines. Read and follow all … not have procedures or surgery? People who have certain health conditions may not be able to have surgery or …
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… Wise Health Consumer Learning Center Learn about being a wise … for a Child Regular Checkup for a Lifelong Condition Safe Use of Long-Acting Opioids Self-Care After a Stroke … Mind and Body Stroke Recovery: Coping With Eating Problems Substance Use Disorder: Dealing With Teen Substance Use
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… Storing and using breastmilk Last updated August 2, 2013 If you have to be away from your baby for more than a few … proper safety practices when using breast milk. Always use the oldest milk first - label all milk containers with … breast milk Breastfeeding VIDEO: Admission to postpartum - keeping your baby skin-to-skin VIDEO: Baby's feeding cues …
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… Overview Most pregnancies after age 35 are healthy ones. But as you age beyond your mid-30s, some risks do increase. Your … age 35. 1 out of 40 at age 40. 1 out of 12 at age 45. Because of the increased risk as you age, your doctor or midwife …
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… in children younger than 11 years. The pain is often caused by changes in eating and bowel habits. Most cases … or longer Fever for 1 week or more Does your child have a health problem or take medicine that weakens his or her … Be sure that your child has regular meal and snack times as well as a regular bedtime so he or she gets enough sleep. …