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Why seniors should get the inactivated influenza flu vaccine

… a safe and effective way to help people stay healthy, prevent illness and even save lives. … website at www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/health/managing-your-health/immunizations/flu . The inactivated …
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Risks of alternative tobacco and nicotine products

… are battery-powered devices that heat vaping liquid into a vapour. The user inhales this … are battery-powered devices that heat vaping liquid into a vapour. The user inhales this …
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The harmful effects of second-hand tobacco smoke and vapour

… by burning or heating tobacco or vaping liquid. It’s produced when using combustible … by burning or heating tobacco or vaping liquid. It’s produced when using combustible …
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Community evacuation information for seniors

… and an emergency plan. What will happen if I have to evacuate my home in an emergency? If the police or RCMP orders you to evacuate your home or community, leave the area …
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Seniors as emergency response volunteers

… to keep track of your physical and mental health. Seek support and advice from your … to keep track of your physical and mental health. Seek support and advice from your …
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Caring for seniors in long-term care in an emergency

… cared for in a long-term care facility? B.C. health authorities are required to have emergency preparedness plans for all health care and long-term care facilities. In … Fraser Health www.fraserhealth.ca/health-topics-a-to-z/emergency-preparedness Interior …
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Track Your Tobacco Use

… Overview Tracking your tobacco use means recording things like … do instead of using tobacco when you find yourself in those situations. Tracking your tobacco use can be helpful both while you …
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Tobacco Use Disorder

… Overview As with other substances, some people develop a mental health condition related to their tobacco use. …
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Quitting Smokeless Tobacco

… called leukoplakia . They can turn into mouth cancer (oral cancer) involving the lip, tongue, or cheek. … called leukoplakia . They can turn into mouth cancer (oral cancer) involving the lip, …
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Coping With Cravings When You're Quitting Tobacco

… Do a puzzle or some other activity that uses your hands. Take on a household task. Drink a glass of water. Try to stay away from others who use tobacco. This is important when you first …