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… Safe Use of Long-Acting Opioids On this page: Overview Related … to take opioids, here are some things to remember. Keep your doctor informed. You can develop opioid use disorder. … when it is safe to drive. Reduce the risk of drug interactions. Opioids can be dangerous if you take them …
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… Your health information Last updated February 26, 2024 There … in specific Health Authority regions, while others can be used by everyone in British Columbia, such as Health … Health and hospital visits Special Authority drug coverage requests COVID-19 test results and proof of …
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… Counselling for Your Teen On this page: Overview Overview If your teen is in … post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Or they may go because they want to stop vaping or using drugs. Teens see their counsellor on a regular basis. They …
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… Sleep and Your Health On this page: Overview … sleepy in the daytime now and then, sleep debt can be the cause of serious problems like car crashes and work-related … diet aids. Alcohol, caffeine, nicotine, and illegal drugs can also interfere with your sleep. If you have an …
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… Endometriosis: Should I Use Hormone Therapy? Decision Point You may want to have a say in this decision, or you may simply want to follow your doctor's recommendation. Either way, this information … use hormone therapy. Take non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) for mild pain if your doctor says it's okay. …
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… Wildfires and your health Last updated July 12, 2024 Download PDF: … During a state of emergency, pharmacists can provide a drug without a prescription to ensure the health and safety … You May Need During a State of Emergency . People who use rescue medications such as inhalers should carry them at …
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… Hemorrhoids: Which Treatment Should I Use? Decision Point You may want to have a say in this decision, or you may simply want to follow your doctor's recommendation. Either way, this information … pain. Aspirin and other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) , such as ibuprofen (Motrin) and naproxen …
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… Parkinson's Disease: Modifying Your Activities and Your Home On this page: Overview … that you can hold on to something as you move around the house. Use specially modified chairs that make it easier to …
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… Diabetes: Coping With Your Feelings About Your Diet Actionset Overview Our emotions influence what we … may feel guilty after eating a piece. If you are angry because you think you can't eat the foods you like, you may feel …
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… Understanding harm reduction: Substance use Last updated December 1, 2023 HealthLink BC File number … use (including alcohol, cannabis, and other substances) and drug policy. The aim of harm reduction is to support the … services to lessen the harms related to substance use and drug policy, including blood borne infections, drug …
