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… Heat-related illness Last updated June 6, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 35 Heat-related Series Download … is heat-related illness? Too much heat can be harmful to your health. Heat-related illness is the result of your body … itself. This occurs when you are overexposed to heat or during intense physical activity while it is hot. Most …
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… disorder. When you have this problem, it takes longer for your blood to form clots, so you bleed for a longer time … notice any symptoms until you bleed a lot after an injury, dental procedure, or surgery. Your doctor will ask you how … episodes. Avoid NSAIDs and blood thinners. Try to stay at a healthy weight and keep active. This helps keep your muscles …
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… to fall asleep. Sleep less deeply and wake up more often during the night. Have more trouble adjusting to changes in … they get is enough. Routine poor-quality sleep caused by health problems, medicine use, and stress from major life … you are an older adult and have trouble sleeping, talk to your doctor about what you can do to improve your sleep. …
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… immune globulin and vaccine Last updated September 1, 2018 HealthLink BC File number 07b Download PDF Document English … to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more information on Reye syndrome, see …
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… feel anxious or depressed. They may keep you from enjoying your life. A technique called thought-stopping can help you … for about 30 seconds. If the upsetting thought comes back during that time, shout "Stop!" again. Instead of using a … method, see the topic Stop Negative Thoughts: Choosing a Healthier Way of Thinking . An example of thought-stopping …
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… papillomavirus (HPV) vaccines Last updated January 15, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 101b Sexually Transmitted … sexual orientation Males who are street-involved Contact your health care provider to get immunized. Unless mentioned above, the …
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… a say in this decision, or you may simply want to follow your doctor's recommendation. Either way, this information … repeated twisting movements of the hand, wrist, or forearm during everyday activities, such as using a screwdriver or … nerve damage, and risks of anesthesia. Your age and your health can also affect your risk. Try tendon rest and …
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… On this page: Overview Overview Many caregivers use infant massage to relax and promote the emotional bond with their baby. It can help relax your baby, prevent crying, and soothe and comfort your … Colic Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: John Pope MD - Pediatrics …
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… Grade 6 immunizations in B.C. Last updated June 22, 2023 HealthLink BC File number 50f Child Immunization Series … other health measure. Vaccines are the best way to protect your child against many diseases and their complications. … tongue or lips. If this reaction occurs, your health care provider is prepared to treat it. Emergency treatment …
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… illicit opioids are often available too. You can help your children make healthy choices by openly discussing issues related to … life-saving medication for opioid-use disorder and same-day care. This confidential, toll-free service (1-833-804-8111) …