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… schedules, after care, and vaccine-preventable diseases and more. HealthLink BC … vaccine? Shingrix® is recommended for adults 50 years of age and older. This includes if you: Have had shingles …
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… or sensitivity to touch. PHN may last for months or years. What Happens Some people will … find out if you have PHN. Getting your pain under control right away may prevent nerve … chickenpox or the chickenpox vaccine. Young babies and anyone who is pregnant or has a …
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… Some steps you can take are to: Drink lots of liquids such as water, juice and soup, … Some steps you can take are to: Drink lots of liquids such as water, juice and soup, …
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… keep mucus thin and draining. This may help prevent blockage of the sinuses. Humidify. Use … can gargle often with warm salt water to help prevent a sore throat. Use 1/2 tsp (2.5 mL) … medicines if you have high blood pressure or kidney disease. Avoid tobacco. Do not smoke or …
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… Follow a low-sodium and low-fat diet. Cutting back on sodium can help prevent fluid buildup … Follow a low-sodium and low-fat diet. Cutting back on sodium can help prevent fluid buildup …
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… infection. Chickenpox usually isn't a serious health problem in healthy children. People with chickenpox … to find out if you have chickenpox. A healthy child with chickenpox symptoms may not …
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… has moved to HealthLinkBC.ca/immunizations . You’ll find information on vaccines, … can be protected from many diseases over a lifetime. Immunization has saved more lives in … against chickenpox and its complications. When you get your child immunized, you help …
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… can get chronic pain. It's more common in older adults, but it's not a normal part of aging. … such as joint injuries or past surgeries. Prevention Chronic pain can't always be …
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… of Lupus COVID-19: People Who Are at High Risk for Serious Illness Crohn's Disease … HIV and Exercise HIV and Fatigue HIV and Pregnancy HIV and Weight Loss HIV Home Care … in Children (MIS-C) Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Myalgic …
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… Fumes Brown Recluse Spider Bite Bruises and Blood Spots Under the Skin Burns and Electric … Fumes Brown Recluse Spider Bite Bruises and Blood Spots Under the Skin Burns and Electric …
