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… Itching Hypothermia and Cold Temperature Exposure Indoor air quality With shorter daylight hours and colder temperatures, … File #65b) Indoor air quality: Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) (HealthLinkBC File #65d) Make sure to test your carbon …
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… in many ways. The smoke from wildfires can affect the quality of the air, a power outage may spoil your food or you may have to … information on fires that pose a significant safety risk, air quality, fire danger ratings and more. Wildfire smoke is …
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… COPD is to quit or reduce smoking to help you improve your quality of life. QuitNow provides one-on-one support and … and 5 pm Pacific Time, Monday to Friday. Environmental Poor air quality can cause COPD or make symptoms worse. Breathing chemical fumes, dust, second-hand smoke or air pollution over a prolonged time may also damage the …
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… chronic condition causing swelling and inflammation of the airways. Asthma may present with one or more respiratory … knowing when to seek medical care may help to improve your quality of life. Asthma Action Plan for Children age 1 -5 … allergens in your home Controlling pet allergens Indoor air quality (HealthLinkBC File Number #65a) Particulate …
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… Quick tips: Staying active in hot weather Exercise and air quality: Staying active during BC’s wildfire season For … fires, can affect your health and safety. Exposure to air pollution can irritate your lungs, which causes …
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… of British Columbia: Recovering after a flood Indoor Air Quality: Mould and Other Biological Contaminants …
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… . BC Hydro is accepting applications for free portable air conditioners for income qualified households and … community centres, malls, pools and libraries usually have air-conditioned areas open to the public. Most communities … your local municipality or check their website to see where air-conditioned cooling centres are located. You can also …
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… illness. The measles virus can spread through the air when an infected person breathes, coughs or sneezes. …
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… Ebola virus spread? Ebola is not transmitted through the air. Ebola is not transmitted in food or water. If you take …
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… often and every time you open the cooler, you let warm air in Refrigerate or freeze food the day before your outing …