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… caused by a germ (bacteria) that spreads through the air when a person with untreated TB disease of the lungs, … TB Services and public health units. For more information, visit HealthLinkBC File #51a Tuberculosis (TB) . What is … keep the windows open as much as possible. What if I need emergency medical care? It is very important that you tell …
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… What Increases Your Risk Prevention Symptoms What Happens When To Call Examinations and Tests Treatment Overview … after the migraine ends. When To Call Call 9-1-1 or other emergency services if: You have a sudden, severe headache … or balance. Call your doctor now or go to the emergency room if: You have a fever and a stiff neck. You have new …
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… to Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C or HIV Voluntary testing Emergency Intervention Disclosure Act Notice of Intention to … vomit or urine, may contain and pass on these viruses when blood is present in the fluid, but the risk is low. … with Blood and Body Fluids: Protecting Against Infection or visit BC Centre for Disease Control – Blood and Body Fluid …
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… heat-related illnesses and get tips on how to stay cool when it is hot outside. On this page: Heat-related illnesses … Staying healthy in the heat Extreme heat Extreme heat emergency Public weather alerts for British Columbia … on when to seek healthcare. For additional information, visit: Heat-related illness in infants and young children …
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… Basics Health Tools Cause Prevention Symptoms What Happens When to Call a Doctor Examinations and Tests Treatment … are very bad. When to Call a Doctor Call 9-1-1 or other emergency services if: You have symptoms of a stroke, such … past headaches. Call your doctor now or go to the emergency room if: You have a fever and a stiff neck. You have new …
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… Centre for Disease Control: Wildfire Smoke . On this page: Emergency preparedness Before a wildfire During a wildfire … water. For more information on emergency preparedness, visit Canadian Red Cross: Be Ready – Emergency Preparedness … irritate the airways as well as the cardiovascular system. When smoke levels are high, everyone should be monitoring …
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… Pregnancy On this page: Health Tools Prenatal Visits and Tests Testing For Birth Defects Health and … and Relationships Health Concerns Planning for Labour When To Call … may be totally different from what you expected. If an emergency or an urgent situation arises, your plans may be …
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… On this page: Exposure to hepatitis B, hepatitis C or HIV Emergency Intervention Disclosure Act Overview of the … emergency medical assistant, police or other peace officer When you have reason to believe that you have been the … orders, the Emergency Intervention Disclosure Act and more, visit: FAQ about testing orders For more information For …
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… Vietnamese Travel vaccines are recommended for people visiting or working in some countries. It is important to … occur, your health care provider is prepared to treat it. Emergency treatment includes administration of epinephrine … or hand-to-mouth contact. Food can also be contaminated when stool is used as fertilizer, or when contaminated water …
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… or she is seeing a doctor and what will be done during the visit. Your child's age and developmental level will … what's important to you may be the resource you need most when you face a major health care decision. A primary care … It can also help to have a friend or family member in the room when you expect your doctor or another provider to …
