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… loss, tiredness, chest pain and shortness of breath. Who should get a TB skin test? You may need a TST for various reasons, … or unexpected reactions to your health care provider. Who should not get a TB skin test? People with: Prior allergic …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Why should I quit smoking? There are many reasons to quit … tobacco used for ceremonial or traditional purposes. We should not confuse traditional tobacco and its sacred uses … is the same as that of someone who never smoked. How can I get ready to quit? Planning can help you succeed. Here are …
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… area can be very slippery, especially when wet. Be careful getting in and out of the pool Use a handrail if possible … breathing Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) – adult and child Self-rescue and skills for rescuing others Many … Babies who cannot sit without support and cannot wear a PFD should always be held by an adult. Older children (12-17 …
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… your exposure is to test your home for radon. Remediation should be conducted if levels are found above the … in B.C., visit https://bccdc.shinyapps.io/bcradonmap . Should I get my home tested? Everyone is encouraged to test their …
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… updated September 17, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 69i Child Nutrition Series Download PDF Document English … there are many things you can do to make sure your baby gets enough iron.  Offer iron-rich foods every day Your baby’s first foods should be rich in iron. Offer your baby iron-rich foods: At …
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… can pass the infection to their baby during a vaginal childbirth. What are the symptoms? Most people never have … Symptoms vary from person-to-person and many people who do get symptoms may not realize that it’s caused by HSV. … (STIs) (#08o) Trichomoniasis (#08p) Human papillomavirus (HPV) infection and genital warts (#101a) Human …
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… with a full bladder. At what stage of my pregnancy should I have a prenatal ultrasound? Your physician, midwife … the baby. What factors might limit the information that I get from an ultrasound? Some factors may limit what … including fetal ultrasounds, are medical procedures and should only be used when there is a medical reason to do so. …
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… Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Influenza vaccines are a safe and effective way to help people stay … Myth: I have never had influenza, so I do not need to get an influenza vaccine. Fact: Symptoms of influenza can … time. As a precaution, people with weakened immune systems should not get the live vaccine. Myth: The influenza …
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… often comes from the older woman's spouse, partner or adult children. For an older man, the abuse or neglect is more … with finances or online/ATM banking. Why don't older adults get help if they are being abused or neglected? Often older … to older adults not seeking the help they need. What should I do if I see a crime of harmful situation? Call the …
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… at work. Many diseases can be prevented with immunization. Getting immunized protects your health and prevents the … assigned staff in the workplace. The employer and employee should keep records of all immunizations and laboratory test … will have completed a primary series of polio vaccine as children. If you think that you have not received the …