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… meats. Both nitrate and nitrite can be a health hazard when consumed at concentrations above health guideline levels. Nitrate … above the guidelines are particularly a health concern for: Pregnant women Developing …
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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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… in B.C. Preventing waterborne infections for people with weakened immune systems In some … households with infants, children or pregnant people. If you are uncertain about anything … in B.C. Preventing waterborne infections for people with weakened immune systems In some …
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… For more information on wildfire and your health, read HealthLinkBC: Wildfires and your health . How can wildfires affect drinking …
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Did you know that some types of drinking water can be harmful to babies? If you get water from a private well or another non-regulated source like a creek or lake, get the water tested to make sure …
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… a powdered or concentrated formula. It may help to have a routine every morning so that … level of natural or added fluoride , which helps prevent tooth decay before and after … treated. Your water bill will likely have a phone number listed. Your provincial …
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… your child nutritious foods from an early age to help them develop healthy habits for … varies based on their age, activity level, growth rate and appetite. It’s normal for your … and snacks at about the same time every day. Children who graze all day may not learn how …
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… can have serious short term and long-term health effects. How does arsenic get into … as lakes, streams and rivers. What are the health effects of arsenic exposure? Short to … . What amount of arsenic causes health effects? Health Canada has set a …
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… to drinking water to protect public health. For more information on water-borne infections, see HealthLinkBC File #49a Water-borne Infections … chlorine disinfectants are used. There are benefits to using chlorine disinfectants over …
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… harm brain development in infants and young children. According to Health Canada, … you have high levels of manganese is to test your water. The water supplier or well owner … to prepare food or infant formula until you get confirmation that it is safe. Other …
