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… over-the-counter cold medicines usually don't help treat or prevent fluid in the middle ear. Check with the doctor … to your child. Experts say not to give decongestants to children younger than 6 years. In rare cases, fluid buildup that …
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… Allergy safe adult care facilities Last updated March 1, 2019 HealthLink BC … from scratch and any foods brought in by families or staff Prevent cross-contamination. Wash hands, utensils and food … with soap and water before and after eating. This helps prevent food from getting on objects, clothing or other …
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… or lower back. Psoriasis is most common in adults. But children and teens can get it too. How can you protect your … alcohol. They can dry the skin and make psoriasis worse. Prevent skin injury. Don't scratch and pick your skin or …
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… Learning About Hospice Palliative Care On this page: Overview Overview … being sick makes you feel sad, lonely, uncomfortable, or scared. Your quality of life can suffer, not just in your … mind and spirit. Hospice palliative (say "PAL-lee-uh-tiv") care is the field of medicine that helps give you more good …
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… page: Overview Overview All children need early and regular dental care. During routine … to expect. If you want, use books that are meant to help a young child prepare for the first dental examination. If you … important to teach your child good dental care and to help prevent cavities and other problems. The examination also …
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… Ovarian Cancer: Should I Have My Ovaries Removed to Prevent Ovarian Cancer? Decision Point You may want to have … ovaries removed after age 35 if they are finished having children. Your decision will depend on how high your risk …
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… Urgent and Primary Care Centres Urgent and primary care centres (UPCCs) provide access to same-day, urgent, non-emergency health care. UPCCs are often open evenings, weekends and statutory …
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… Cowichan Primary Care Network Last updated September 12, 2024 On this page: Overview Access primary care health services Find a family doctor or nurse … Malahat, Ts'uubaa-asatx and Ditidaht. Overview A Primary Care Network (PCN) is a community-based network of health …
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… Hazelton Primary Care Network Last updated September 12, 2024 On this page: Overview Access primary care health services Find a family doctor or nurse … us to live, work and play on your lands. Overview A Primary Care Network (PCN) is a community-based network of health …
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… Nanaimo Primary Care Network Last updated November 27, 2024 On this page: Overview Access primary care health services Find a family doctor or nurse … Nations. Overview Find information and news about primary care health services for people living in and around …