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… Summer food safety Last updated October 29, 2024 Summer is a time for … to grow and thrive People are less likely to follow food safety guidelines, like hand washing and keeping food cool, … instructions Read more about food, water and beverage safety. … Summer food safety …
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… Medications and heat Hot car warning Workplace health and safety Places to keep cool Heat-related illnesses Too much … illness (HealthLinkBC File #35) Prickly heat rash Safety for infants and young children during extreme heat (HealthLinkBC File #35b) Safety for the perinatal population during extreme heat …
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… care of yourself and your family. Featured topics Food safety The risk of foodborne illness can increase during the … with bacteria or the poisons that bacteria produce. Food safety can be more challenging because we often cook … Disinfecting drinking water (HealthLinkBC File #49b) Food Safety: Easy ways to make food safer (HealthLinkBC File …
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… File #78) Preventing falls in older adults Child safety: Preventing falls Transportation Take precautions … between your chin and the strap. To learn more about bike safety, visit The BC Cycling Coalition: Cycling Safety Safe storage Keep medications and poisonous …
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… called forest fires). Wildfires can affect your health and safety in many ways. The smoke from wildfires can affect the … . You can find information on fires that pose a significant safety risk, air quality, fire danger ratings and more. … a drug without a prescription to ensure the health and safety of the public. For more information, visit the …
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… Allergies Over-the-Counter Medicines for Allergies Sun safety The days are getting longer and the sun is getting … Skin From the Sun Provincial Health Services Authority: Sun Safety Sun Safety for Children (HealthLinkBC File #26) Sunburn …
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… care facilities For information and resources to reduce a baby's risk of developing food allergy, see: Reducing risk of food allergy in your baby For information about food allergies and adults living … information B.C. Government The B.C. Government provides safety planning resources for severe allergic reactions in …
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… crashes Sports or recreational activities Prevention Taking safety precautions can reduce your chances of getting a … of getting a concussion, visit: Child Car Seats Child Safety: Bicycles and Tricycles Child Safety: Streets and Motor Vehicles Child Safety: Preventing …
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… visited areas where Zika virus is present. A developing baby exposed to the Zika virus when the mother is bitten by … causes microcephaly. Microcephaly is a condition where a baby is born with a small head or the head stops growing … Canada The Government of Canada website provides health and safety information for Canadians and health professionals. …
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… playground, walking to school or carrying a backpack, their safety is important. Learn how to help keep your child safe: Child Safety: Street and Motor Vehicles Playground Safety Quick Tips: Helping Your Child Stay Safe and Healthy …