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Decision Point You may want to have a say in this decision, or you may simply want to follow your doctor's recommendation. Either way, this information will help you understand what your choices are …
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… about post-exposure prophylaxis, see HealthLinkBC File #97 – Contact with Blood and … with the application? The exposed individual files the following documents with the … disclosing confidential information? The prohibition against disclosing information that …
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Decision Point You may want to have a say in this decision, or you may simply want to follow your doctor's recommendation. Either way, this information will help you understand what your choices are …
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… as cystic fibrosis, Tay-Sachs disease, or hemophilia. To learn more about cystic … as cystic fibrosis, Tay-Sachs disease, or hemophilia. To learn more about cystic …
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… be corrected, find a long term treatment solution for your water. For more information … a water treatment supply company can provide solutions for your specific water quality … be corrected, find a long term treatment solution for your water. For more information …
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… Overview Alpha-1 antitrypsin (AAT) is a protein normally found in the lungs and the … . Some people do not make enough of this protein or they make an abnormal type of AAT, … only treatment available for the lack of the protein is plasma containing alpha-1 …
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… illness in children . Rapid antigen tests Use a rapid antigen test at home to find out … if you are eligible. Learn more about how to use a Rapid Testing kit and what the test … eligible for MSP coverage, you may be able to use provincially insured health-care coverage …
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… to have a risk assessment performed by a health professional quickly. This allows … body fluids: Protecting against infection ( HealthLinkBC File #97 ). To find your nearest emergency department, search the HealthLink BC Directory or call 8-1-1 . …
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… at a younger age and having screening tests more often. A negative result means that … Accuracy of the Test Although these genetic tests are highly reliable, no test is 100% … cancer, such as Lynch syndrome. But the tests cannot tell you when or if you will …
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Overview You may help cut down on your salt (sodium) intake by using a salt-free herb and spice mix to flavour your food instead of using salt. Mix the following dried herbs and spices together, and …