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… Yellow fever vaccine Last updated March 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 41i Travel Series Download PDF … in some countries. Discuss your travel plans with a public health unit, a travel clinic, or your health care provider … not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye Syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to …
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… Mumps Last updated August 30, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 14c Download PDF Document English … need protection against mumps. For more information, see HealthLinkBC File #14a Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) Vaccine … or kissing someone who has the virus can also put you at risk. What are the symptoms? Symptoms may include fever, …
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… Healthy Aging On this page: Overview Health Tools Normal … of having those problems increase. But just because your risk is higher, it doesn't mean you will have the same … at a time. Pick one area for improvement first. Set your personal goal in that area. Meet that goal before you try …
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… Meningococcal b (Men-b) vaccine Last updated July 14, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 23c Download PDF Document English … more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the Men-B vaccine? The Men-B vaccine … is recommended, but not provided free, for those who are at risk of meningococcal B infection due to certain medical …
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… symptoms. Key points to remember Hormone therapy lowers the risk of osteoporosis and possibly colon cancer. But for some … blood clots, and possibly dementia and heart attack. The health risks linked to HT are not high for most people. But … Urinary incontinence. Your risk will differ based on your personal or family history. Why might your doctor recommend …
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… Caesarean Section On this page: Health Tools How a Caesarean Section Is Done Who To See Why It Is Done Risks and Complications What to Expect After C-Section … reasons. If you're thinking of having a C-section for personal reasons, talk to your doctor as soon as possible …
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… as harmful. Some children with food allergies are at risk of having a severe allergic reaction called … challenging. Learn more about managing food allergies . Our HealthLinkBC Files provide information on recognizing and … will also find tips on how to help your child stay safe: HealthLink BC File #100a Severe allergic reactions to food: …
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… Physician Services at HealthLink BC Last updated January 27, 2025 Physician … BC physician services are available to 8-1-1 callers after assessment by one of our Registered Nurses. A nurse will … call may be routed through any city. Please be assured your personal information remains in Canada. Physician by video …
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… Heart Block On this page: Health Tools What is … treatment. But this type of heart block may raise your risk of heart rhythm problems, such as atrial fibrillation. … usually occurs in the AV node. It is common in young, healthy people (especially during sleep). It usually does …
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… such as HIV or hepatitis . These precautions are used by health care workers and people who provide first aid when … infectious substances, it is strongly recommended that health professionals use blood and body fluid precautions … no chance that blood is present. How can you reduce your risk of exposure to blood and body fluids? Blood and body …
