Common Health Concerns

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Common Health Concerns Family, Child & Youth Health Women's Health Men's Health Senior's Health Aboriginal Health

Find health topics and resources to help you or your family prevent illness and stay healthy.

• Heart Healthy Eating - What you eat is important to your heart health. Learn about fats in foods, including the effects of different kinds of dietary fats on your cholesterol level.
• Healthy Eating Learning Center - It can be hard to know what healthy eating means. Learn how to eat well, whether your goal is to feel good, manage your weight, or prevent health problems.
• Managing Stress - Everyone experiences stress at times. Find information on how you can take charge and manage stress well.
• Dealing with Emergencies - Knowing what to do in an emergency can help you stay calm. Learn how to handle medical emergencies such as heart attacks, strokes, choking and bleeding.
• Food Safety - Learn what causes food poisoning, how to recognise the symptoms, and how to handle food safely.
• High Blood Pressure - Learn about high blood pressure and lifestyle changes you can make to help prevent it.
• Type 2 Diabetes - Find information on type 2 diabetes, causes and symptoms, and learn ways to manage this health condition.
• ActNow BC - Do you and your family want to make some healthy changes to your lifestyle? The ActNow BC program can help you get started on healthy eating, adding physical activity, and taking a healthy living pledge.
• Quit Smoking Now - If you smoke and want to quit, click on www.quitnow.ca or call 1-877-455-2233. Get 24/7 free information or support on the web and by phone, with counselling services provided by registered nurses. Translation services available in over 130 languages and TTY services for the hearing impaired.
• Eating Well with Canada's Food Guide - A new version of Canada's Food Guide is now available, providing more information on portion sizes and food choices. It also has tools to help you read food labels and plan healthy meals for you and your family.
• ImmunizationsBC - Immunization can save lives. Learn more about common vaccines, who should get them, and why it is so important to get all of your shots on time.

More Information

If you have any questions, call 8-1-1 toll-free in B.C. and speak with a health service representative or click on www.HealthLinkBC.ca for health information or services in your community.

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