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… HIV testing in pregnancy Last updated July 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File … Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Why should I get tested? HIV testing is important for people to … as soon as possible to improve your own health and help you have a healthy pregnancy and baby. Should I get tested if I …
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… Pregnancy and alcohol use Last updated July 1, 2021 … Spanish Document Vietnamese What are the risks of drinking during pregnancy? There are a number of risks for you and … to your developing baby. What else can I do to make sure I have a healthy pregnancy? As well as not drinking alcohol, …
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… Pregnancy and dental health Last updated July 1, 2021 … developmental problems, asthma, ear infections and may have a higher risk of infant death How can I keep my teeth … are pregnant. Any pain, swelling or infection in your mouth should be treated right away to keep you and your baby …
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… Asbestos: When should I worry? Last updated February 1, 2024 HealthLink BC … include: Your health history, such as if you smoke or have pre-existing lung diseases How much asbestos was in the … home was built before 1990, then you are more likely to have asbestos in your home. It could be in the insulation … … Asbestos When should I worry …
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… 6 weeks may be at a higher risk, especially if they do not have access to a cool indoor environment. Weight normally gained during a pregnancy can make it harder for the body to maintain a safe … who experiences more tightenings than usual in the abdomen should be checked by their midwife, doctor, or obstetrician. …
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… Safety for infants and young children during extreme heat Last updated June 27, 2024 HealthLink BC … risk of heat-related illness, especially if they do not have access to a cool indoor environment. Heat can build up … Keep cool inside Turn on air conditioning (AC) if you have it. A temperature of less than 26°C is safe for most …
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… Pregnancy and folic acid (folate): Preventing neural tube … Fortified foods, also called enriched foods, are foods that have specific nutrients added to them. Why is folate … with 400 mcg (0.4 mg) of folic acid every day. What should I look for when choosing a multivitamin with folic …
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… Why seniors should get the inactivated influenza (flu) vaccine Last … Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What should seniors know about the inactivated influenza vaccine? … vaccine? Speak with a health care provider if you: Have had a life-threatening reaction to a previous dose of …
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… Spanish Document Vietnamese Is it safe to travel during pregnancy? Pregnant women can be at increased risk of … baby. If you are pregnant and want to travel, you should speak with your health care provider to discuss your travel plans and medical needs. If you have certain pregnancy-related or medical conditions, you …
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… Vietnamese Your health care provider may request that you have one or more ultrasound scans during your pregnancy. These prenatal ultrasound scans provide important … with a full bladder. At what stage of my pregnancy should I have a prenatal ultrasound? Your physician, midwife …
