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… Health care providers during pregnancy Last updated December 5, 2024 Overview When you become pregnant, finding a health care professional to provide maternity care that works closely with you and shares in …
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… Advance Care Plan: What to Include On this page: Overview Overview An advance care plan is a form. It describes the kinds of medical care you want to have if you're badly hurt or have a serious …
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… Immunization for health care workers in B.C. Last updated March 1, 2013 HealthLink … Vietnamese Why is immunization important for health care workers? Health care workers are at risk of exposure to … in the workplace. The employer and employee should keep records of all immunizations and laboratory test results. …
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… After labour and care for new moms Last updated December 3, 2024 Overview … after giving birth. As a parent, you'll also need special care. Here are some tips to help manage some typical … blues Depression: managing postpartum depression Taking care of yourself when your baby is fussy Caring for your …
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… Allergy safe child care facilities Last updated March 1, 2019 HealthLink BC … Spanish Document Vietnamese What is an allergy safe child care facility? Managing food allergy in a child care setting is a shared responsibility between staff, …
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… Register your pregnancy for prenatal care Last updated April 15, 2015 Overview Pregnancy is an … your local health authority. Community support and prenatal care is available to all pregnant people who are residents … your baby and family get the best possible information, care and support. Public health nurses can support you in …
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… Dental care for your infant and toddler Last updated March 1, 2021 … Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Beginning dental care early is important for your child’s health. Dental care … your child’s teeth daily Not using fluoride tooth paste According to the Canadian Dental Association, the damage that …
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… Diabetes: Taking Care of Your Feet Actionset Overview When you have diabetes, your feet need extra care and attention. Diabetes can damage the nerve endings … become an ulcer or a serious infection. With good foot care, you can prevent most of these problems. Caring for …
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… Psoriasis: Skin, Scalp, and Nail Care Actionset Overview Psoriasis is a long-term (chronic) … help protect your skin and keep it moist. Avoid harsh skin care products that can irritate your skin. For example, use … watchbands, and hats can also irritate the skin. Be careful in the sun. Short periods of sun exposure reduce …
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… Allergy safe adult care facilities Last updated March 1, 2019 HealthLink BC … Spanish Document Vietnamese What is an allergy safe adult care facility? Food allergy affects about 3 to 4 adults out of every 100. While care facilities cannot be expected to be completely free of …