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… Maggie's Story: Making Changes for Her Health On this page: Maggie's Story Maggie's Story Maggie … changed the way she looked at food and what it meant to be healthier. She lost 20 kilograms and is now at her goal … now if I don't eat right. And when I say 'right,' I mean 'healthy,'" she says. Maggie's strategies for healthy eating …
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… Information and resources on respiratory conditions for health care professionals Last updated November 1, 2021 … decreased day-to-day function, and increased use of healthcare resources. Most people with COPD are as much as … and treatment of disease (Swedish National Institute of Public Health, Sweden) This resource has comprehensive …
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… Information and resources on kidney conditions for health care professionals Last updated November 1, 2021 … to die of cardiovascular disease (CVD) than the general public, and the risk for dialysis-dependent clients is even … fitness, physical functioning, muscle strength, and health-related quality of life. There is a clinically …
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… Residential hot tubs and pools: Health and safety tips Last updated June 6, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 27a Download PDF Document English … your local environmental health officer at your local public health authority by visiting …
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… Common health concerns in babies' first year Last updated January … concerned about coughing or sneezing, check with your healthcare provider or call HealthLink BC at 8-1-1 . Don't give your baby any cough or …
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… Natural Health Products (Herbal Medicines and Natural Products) On … Used Risks Treatment Overview Natural health products are naturally-occurring substances that can be used to maintain or restore health. They can be vitamins, minerals, herbs or other …
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… Teens: Things That Get in the Way of Mental Health Care On this page: Overview Overview Here are some common reasons teens don't get mental health care, and some ideas to get around them. "I don't understand what mental health care is." Mental health care means getting treatment …
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… Diabetes: Making Medical Decisions as Your Health Changes On this page: Overview … Overview For many people, diabetes leads to serious health problems. These life-changing conditions bring with … How did these people decide about their lives and their health care? With their doctors and caregivers, they …
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… Supporting a Child Who Has a Mental Health Condition On this page: Getting Started Getting Started A mental health condition can make it harder for your child to manage … Your child's treatment options and the types of mental health professionals that can help. Mental health laws. For …
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… Being Active When You Have Health Problems On this page: Overview Overview When you are living with health problems, regular exercise and activity are important. They keep you healthier, give you energy, make you stronger, and help your …