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Your health this summer

… the summer months, read the information below on taking care of yourself and your family. Featured topics Food …

Arsenic in drinking water

… over treatment devices for private homes. Owners must be careful and select an appropriate treatment device. The …

Naloxone Treating opioid overdose

… overdose how to respond and provide potentially life-saving care while waiting for paramedics to arrive. The program … use HealthLinkBC File #102b Harm reduction for families, caregivers and friends of people who use substances For more …

Why seniors should get the inactivated influenza flu vaccine

… polysaccharide vaccine . Influenza immunization for caregivers and household contacts Influenza immunization is strongly encouraged for family members, caregivers and household contacts of seniors. Who should not get the influenza vaccine? Speak with a health care provider if you: Have had a life-threatening reaction …

Young children and their vision

… I watch for? Your child should see your family health care provider or eye doctor if you notice any of these signs …

Lead in drinking water

… to lead, you should discuss your concerns with your health care provider. Identify the problem Generally, the water …

Teen Behaviour Whats Typical and What Are Signs of a Problem

… going on in their lives. Rejecting things they enjoyed or cared about in childhood. Having mood swings or arguing a … going on in their lives. Rejecting things they enjoyed or cared about in childhood. Having mood swings or arguing a …

Retinal Imaging

… allergic reaction ( anaphylaxis ) and need emergency care. Results Retinal imaging Normal: The retina looks … allergic reaction ( anaphylaxis ) and need emergency care. Results Retinal imaging Normal: The retina looks …

Breast Implant Surgery for Breast Reconstruction

… or two. Your doctor will give you instructions on how to care for your incision. Your doctor may also prescribe … or two. Your doctor will give you instructions on how to care for your incision. Your doctor may also prescribe …

Pain Control at the End of Life

… keeping track of your various symptoms. Care at the End of Life Colorectal Cancer, Metastatic or … keeping track of your various symptoms. Care at the End of Life Colorectal Cancer, Metastatic or …