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… Abuse and neglect of older adults: Information for family caregivers Last updated September 1, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 93b Elder Abuse Prevention Series … difficulties with their health, memory or ability to make decisions. This can affect how people relate and react to …
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… Endometriosis: Should I Use Hormone Therapy? Decision Point You may want to have a say in this decision, or you may simply want to follow your doctor's … These stories are based on information gathered from health professionals and consumers. They may be helpful as …
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… Pelvic Organ Prolapse: Should I Have Surgery? Decision Point You may want to have a say in this decision, or you may simply want to follow your doctor's … when you have a bowel movement. Reach and stay at a healthy weight, since more weight puts pressure on your …
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… Hearing Loss: Should I Get Hearing Aids? Decision Point You may want to have a say in this decision, or you may simply want to follow your doctor's … aids These stories are based on information gathered from health professionals and consumers. They may be helpful as …
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… difficile (C. difficile) Last updated June 1, 2018 HealthLink BC File number 114 Download PDF Document English … cause of infectious diarrhea in hospitals and health care facilities. C. diff infections may lead to serious … will also frequently clean surfaces with sporicidal agents to reduce the number of bacteria. What are the …
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… Cervicitis Last updated March 1, 2019 HealthLink BC File number 08f Sexually Transmitted … if you have cervicitis, you must be examined by a health care provider and have lab tests done. How is it spread? The … tell your sexual partner(s). This will enable them to make decisions about their health and getting tested. For more …
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… Sheltering in Place In many types of public health emergencies, the safest thing to do is simply to stay … radiation, or a spray (aerosol) release of a biological agent, local authorities may advise you to "shelter in … is safe to come out. Current as of: March 2, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Thomas M. Bailey MD - …
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… or Threats On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment … or worthless. These feelings may come from having a mental health problem, such as depression. These problems can be … someone you know talks about suicide, self-harm, a mental health crisis, a substance use crisis, or any other kind of …
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… Cirrhosis On this page: Health Tools Cause Symptoms When to Call a Doctor Examinations and Tests Treatment Overview Self-Care What is cirrhosis? … liver. Health Tools Health Tools help you make wise health decisions or take action to improve your health. Actionsets …
