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… Download PDF: Document English The peak of the respiratory illness season has passed. … levels in the community. The protection from infection that COVID-19 vaccines provide … community health centres. How can I prevent respiratory illnesses? Vaccinations remain the …
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… can develop quickly in extremely hot environments, such as when a child is left in … caused by short periods of stress in a hot environment. Heat syncope (fainting). It's … or cause serious long-term problems. Often, environmental and physical conditions can make …
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… for as quickly as possible. Diseases and conditions Allergies Asthma Bowel and … and stroke Hepatitis HIV Infectious diseases Joints and spinal conditions Kidneys Lungs and …
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… Overview How can you stay healthy on your trip? The best way to stay healthy on your trip is to plan before you go. … you see a doctor when you return? If you were healthy during your trip and you feel well …
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… on tick bites, visit HealthLinkBC File #01 Tick bites and disease . Is DEET safe? Yes, … Vancouver, call 604-682-5050; in B.C., call 1-800-567-8911 Are there insect repellents that do …
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… Although the risk is low, Canadian Blood Services has implemented a 21-day waiting … also be arranged through your doctor. Useful resources BC Centre for Disease Control … also provide direct diagnostic and treatment services to people with diseases that may …
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… Condition Basics What is Zika virus? Zika is a type of virus that is spread by mosquitoes. The … bite at night. You're more likely to get the virus if you travel to parts of the world …
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… streams Animal bites Except in Antarctica, rabies occurs worldwide with a higher risk in … is spread by licks, bites or scratches from rabies-infected domestic and wild animals Do … Ask local health authorities if you need rabies treatment. Contact your local health …
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… information about insect repellents, visit HealthLinkBC File #96 Insect repellents and … information about insect repellents, visit HealthLinkBC File #96 Insect repellents and …
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… severe West Nile, you may need to stay in a hospital so you can get treatment to help your … severe West Nile, you may need to stay in a hospital so you can get treatment to help your …
