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… Health Screening: Finding Health Problems Early On this … appear. Often, the earlier a disease is diagnosed, the more likely it is that it can be cured or successfully … needs. You also may need some screening tests earlier or more often if: You have a higher risk for a certain disease, …
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… Your health this spring Last updated February 23, 2024 Download … longer days and warmer temperatures. Many of us will spend more time outdoors playing sports, hiking, camping, working … or trigger asthma attacks. Asthma may present with one or more respiratory symptoms. To learn more, see the …
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… Calcium and your health Last updated September 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File … from the foods you eat. Your body naturally absorbs more calcium during times of bone growth, such as during … 113 Turnip greens, cooked 125 mL (1/2 cup) 104 Almonds, dry roasted 60 mL (1/4 cup) 94 Navy beans, cooked 175 mL …
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… Your health this summer Last updated July 5, 2024 Download PDF: … and stay cool during the warm weather. If you are spending more time outdoors, you may increase your risk of getting … or the poisons that bacteria produce. Food safety can be more challenging because we often cook outdoors. Learn how …
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… Informed health decisions Last updated January 27, 2025 Overview … Sometimes it's not easy to make decisions about your health. Taking an active role in learning about your health … to you. Work Closely With Your Doctor Working With More Than One Doctor Making the Most of Your Appointment …
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… Information and resources on general health for health care professionals Last updated November … Society for Exercise Physiology (Canada) This website features the latest updates and resources for the Canadian … resources and examples on how to make physical activity more inclusive for more of the community. Resources are …
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… About Active For Health Last updated January 9, 2025 Overview Active For … resources to help people living with chronic conditions be more physically active. It also has resources for health … for health care professionals. This tool incorporated key features of the PEMAT, the Appraisal of Guidelines for …
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… Fibre and Your Health Last updated March 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number … rice. Whole grains include all parts of the grain and have more fibre than refined grains. They also have more vitamins … seeds Adzuki beans, cooked 175 mL or ¾ cup 12.4 Almonds, dry roasted 60 mL or ¼ cup 3.8 Black beans, cooked or canned …
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… Pregnancy and dental health Last updated July 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number … can affect your gums, causing them to bleed, become more sensitive, swollen and red. This is called "pregnancy … gingivitis" or gum disease Gingivitis can lead to more serious periodontal (gum and bone) disease. This can …
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… Vitamin D and your health Last updated September 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File … those who are pregnant or breastfeeding Do some people need more vitamin D? If you take certain medications or have … conditions, your health care provider may suggest you take more vitamin D. People with osteoporosis should aim for …
