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… emergency contraception, such as ulipristal acetate (for example, ella) are available only … A prescription pill with ulipristal acetate (such as ella) works better in most … emergency contraception, such as ulipristal acetate (for example, ella) are available only …
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… effective for people who have a greater body mass index (see How can I tell if the pills … may be less effective in people with a body mass index (BMI) greater than or equal to 30 … effective for people who have a greater body mass index (see How can I tell if the pills …
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91a What is hormonal contraception? Hormonal contraception methods include: Oral contraceptive pills (the Pill) The patch (Evra®) Injectable contraception (Depo-Provera®) Intrauterine device (IUD) …
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… cared for in a long-term care facility? B.C. health authorities are required to have … particularly important during extreme hot or cold weather Do they have behaviours that put … Fraser Health www.fraserhealth.ca/health-topics-a-to-z/emergency-preparedness Interior …
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… 103b Seniors are a valuable resource in our … Services provides immediate, short-term assistance to residents displaced from their … emergency. You may face trauma, the loss of property and displacement. This is the time to …
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… Overview Birth control is any method used to prevent pregnancy. Another word for birth control is contraception. If you have … used, they usually prevent pregnancy for years. Implants are placed under the skin of …
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… IUD. While the copper IUD can remain in place and be used as regular birth control, … IUD. While the copper IUD can remain in place and be used as regular birth control, …
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… Heavy bleeding For those with non-emergency health questions and concerns, there may be … or going to a walk-in clinic may resolve your health concern. If you need urgent, same day … access to same-day, urgent, non-emergency health care, including in the evening and on …
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… Overview What is a hypertensive emergency? A hypertensive emergency is very high blood pressure that … heart, eyes, or kidneys. A hypertensive emergency needs immediate care. What are the …
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… sterile dressing or clean cloth until medical treatment is received. Check and treat for … sterile dressing or clean cloth until medical treatment is received. Check and treat for …
