What are opioids?Opioids are a class of drug or medication that includes morphine, heroin, methadone, fentanyl, and oxycodone. Opioids can be prescrib
Your health care provider will offer you one or more ultrasound scans during your pregnancy. These prenatal ultrasound scans provide important medical
The content from ImmunizeBC.ca has moved to HealthLinkBC.ca/immunizations. You’ll find information on vaccines, immunization schedules, after care, an
Immunization has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure.What is the polio vaccine (IPV)?The polio vaccine prote
Acetaminophen (e.g. Tylenol®) or ibuprofen* (e.g. Advil®) can be given for fever or soreness. ASA (e.g. Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under
It is important to stay in the clinic for 15 minutes after getting any vaccine because there is an extremely rare possibility, less than 1 in a millio
Influenza vaccines are a safe and effective way to help people stay healthy, prevent illness and even save lives. The influenza virus can cause seriou
What should seniors know about the inactivated influenza vaccine?Influenza vaccines are a safe and effective way to help people stay healthy, prevent
What is influenza?Influenza is an acute infection of the respiratory system caused by the influenza virus.Getting sick with influenza also puts you at
Acetaminophen (e.g. Tylenol®) or ibuprofen* (e.g. Advil®) can be given for fever or soreness. ASA (e.g. Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under
When should I see a health care provider?Consult your health care provider if you have a condition that puts you at higher risk of complications and y
