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Guidelines for food and beverage sales in BC schools

… of the foods served in your school, please contact a public health dietitian in your area/district working with schools. … beverages that meet the nutrition standards for schools and public buildings. Bake Better Bites: Recipes and Tips for …

Obesity and Pregnancy

… your weight affect your pregnancy? Most pregnant women have healthy babies—and that includes women who are obese. But … After Weight-Loss (Bariatric) Surgery Citations Public Health Agency of Canada. (2021). Your guide to a … pregnancy. Government of Canada . https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/health-promotion/health… . Accessed …

Pregnancy Healthy Weight Gain

… Pregnancy: Healthy Weight Gain On this page: Overview Related … Obesity and Pregnancy Pregnancy Citations Public Health Agency of Canada. (2021). Your guide to a … pregnancy. Government of Canada . https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/health-promotion/health… . Accessed …

Cholesterol and Triglycerides Tests

… HDL. Your doctor may order these tests as part of a regular health examination. Your doctor may use the results to … Cholesterol in Adults (Adult Treatment Panel III) (NIH Publication No. 02–5215). Bethesda, MD: National Institutes … Cholesterol in Adults (Adult Treatment Panel III) (NIH Publication No. 02–5215). Bethesda, MD: National Institutes …

COVID-19 People Who Are at High Risk for Serious Illness

… in children. This includes children who may have many health problems that affect many body systems. These … best fit, protection, and comfort for you if you go into public areas, especially indoor spaces. Wash your hands … vaccines. Ask the people you live with to wear a mask in public areas. This is important even if they're up to date …

Getting started Adding more physical activity to your life

… exercise professionals to see if you should check with your health care provider before starting an exercise program. … active. The reality is that being inactive is a bigger health risk than being active! Check with your health care … centre, health care provider, exercise professional, public health unit, or library. Build activity into your …

HIV Tips for Caregivers to Avoid Infection

… it in a trash container. Check with your doctor or local health unit to be sure you are following proper disposal … for Disease Control and Prevention (2005). Updated U.S. Public Health Services guidelines for the management of … for Disease Control and Prevention (2005). Updated U.S. Public Health Services guidelines for the management of …

How support teams can help during pregnancy

… expectant family but they generally come in two types - healthcare support teams and personal support teams. The … you trust. In addition to your doctor or midwife, your healthcare support team could include organizations and individuals such as: Hospital and public health nurses HealthLink BC (tele-nurses, pharmacists …

Sheltering in Place

… Sheltering in Place In many types of public health emergencies, the safest thing to do is simply to stay … . Learn how we develop our content . … In many types of public health emergencies, the safest thing to do is simply …

Maintenance and operation of onsite sewage systems

… of onsite sewage systems Last updated March 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 21 Download PDF Document English … This needs to be properly designed and filed with the local public health authority. A typical onsite sewage system has … system, or alter or repair an existing one, must follow the Public Health Act and the Sewerage System Regulation. For …