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Arsenic in drinking water

… over treatment devices for private homes. Owners must be careful and select an appropriate treatment device. The …
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Naloxone Treating opioid overdose

… overdose how to respond and provide potentially life-saving care while waiting for paramedics to arrive. The program … use HealthLinkBC File #102b Harm reduction for families, caregivers and friends of people who use substances For more …
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Why seniors should get the inactivated influenza flu vaccine

… polysaccharide vaccine . Influenza immunization for caregivers and household contacts Influenza immunization is strongly encouraged for family members, caregivers and household contacts of seniors. Who should not get the influenza vaccine? Speak with a health care provider if you: Have had a life-threatening reaction …
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Young children and their vision

… I watch for?  Your child should see your family health care provider or eye doctor if you notice any of these signs …
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Lead in drinking water

… to lead, you should discuss your concerns with your health care provider. Identify the problem Generally, the water …
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Teen Behaviour Whats Typical and What Are Signs of a Problem

… going on in their lives. Rejecting things they enjoyed or cared about in childhood. Having mood swings or arguing a … going on in their lives. Rejecting things they enjoyed or cared about in childhood. Having mood swings or arguing a …
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Retinal Imaging

… allergic reaction ( anaphylaxis ) and need emergency care. Results Retinal imaging Normal: The retina looks … allergic reaction ( anaphylaxis ) and need emergency care. Results Retinal imaging Normal: The retina looks …
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Hemodialysis

… can be prevented or easily managed if you are monitored carefully during each dialysis session. Possible … can be prevented or easily managed if you are monitored carefully during each dialysis session. Possible …
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Acute Kidney Injury

… are already very ill and are in the hospital or intensive care (ICU). Heart or belly surgery or a bone marrow … are already very ill and are in the hospital or intensive care (ICU). Heart or belly surgery or a bone marrow …
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Pain Control at the End of Life

… keeping track of your various symptoms. Care at the End of Life Colorectal Cancer, Metastatic or … keeping track of your various symptoms. Care at the End of Life Colorectal Cancer, Metastatic or …