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Find out how to get approval to operate a food premise and learn about the safety practices you must follow.
… Food premises are places where food intended for the public is sold, offered for sale, supplied, handled, prepared, packaged, displayed, … may apply. Contact your  Environmental Health Officer  for further details. … required for all abattoirs and on-farm slaughter. Please visit the  Ministry of Agriculture  site for more …
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Sexual health is about our bodies, sex, sexuality & relationships, and is part of our well-being. Find out about becoming sexually active, STIs, safe sex & more
… health matters, so let’s talk about it! Set yourself up for a lifetime of healthy sex and relationships by learning … Consider the following questions:    Do I want to have sex for myself, or am I feeling pressure from others?    Do I … might be, take a pause and find out more.    Options for Sexual Health: Sex and Decision Making     Be in the …
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Shari, Maxwell, and Andrew work together across many different teams to provide sustainable, safe, and high quality facilities to patients and staff.
… the buildings very well, I felt it was a great opportunity for me when the manager role came up. … on updated building automation systems is a big milestone for me. This is an ever-evolving system and both patients and … this year is pretty exciting as they have been prioritized for some time. …
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Your emergency kit should always include critical supplies like water, food, and a wind-up radio, but you can also add items that are unique to your situation.
… peanut butter Dog bed and cool mat Water sprayer Dog food for two weeks, spare bowls, treats Dog toys Shampoo, detangle … stuff and Angel, there is hardly any room left in the car for my stuff!”        Sue’s kit almost includes more items for her dog, Angel, than her. Angel is in good hands should …
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Teens make decisions that have impacts on their health. Tobacco and vaping affects you and the world around you.
… a teen’s brain development. BC Lung - Vaping Infographic Visit the Foundry Cannabis Page to learn more about cannabis … pouches can still be harmful and addictive—especially for young people, because nicotine can affect brain … Teens choose to use nicotine products for many reasons. Sometimes people try it because they are …
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Learn about the current services Interior Health offers to schools to promote health & wellness.
… Interior Health services to schools Public Health News - Information to schools School nurse contact information Wildfire Smoke Recommendations for Schools - BCCDC Safe and healthy schools - Province of British Columbia Considerations for Responding to Overdose Events in Schools …
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Your kids sexual health matters, so learn how to talk about it!
… honesty and vulnerability creates a safe space for your teen or tween to do the same. Starting as early as … announces they’re pregnant, you see an advertisement for pads or tampons, or you watch a movie that depicts … strategies to keep yourself calm. Demonstrate respect for your child by listening to understand, not listening to …
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View food security, healthy eating and nutrition information to help promote lifelong health.
… meal. Let your appetite be your guide. Healthy eating for pregnancy To learn about nutritious food choices, sources … and breastfeeding (Canada's Food Guide) Eating Well for Pregnancy (Baby's Best Chance) Weight Gain During … your child to eat as it can slow down this learning. Visit HealthlinkBC, Healthy Eating for Infants and Toddlers …
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Learn how to communicate your instructions for present and future personal and health-care needs in case you’re not able to make decisions for yourself.
… about and writing down your wishes or instructions for present or future personal and health-care needs in case you are not able to make decisions for yourself. It involves reflecting on spiritual, cultural, … you become suddenly unwell and not able to make decisions for yourself. If you do not talk about your wishes or write …
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Learn about what makes a healthy community, and how local governments play a role in health.
… to your full potential, and to make your community better for yourself and your family, friends, neighbours and others. … and safe physical environment that supports healthy living for all Adequate access to food, water, shelter, income/work and recreation for all Adequate access to health care services Social …