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… Document Vietnamese Flooding can affect your health and safety in a number of ways. You may be required to evacuate … and what you can to do stay safe and healthy during and after a flooding event in your area by using the Government … steps you can take to make the transition easier and safer. Clean-up After a Flood (HealthLinkBC File #20) Government of …
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… Summer food safety Last updated October 29, 2024 Summer is a time for … melt and can transfer bacteria from one food to another Clean Wash your hands, the cooking utensils and surfaces … you can Wash the inside of your cooler at home before and after each use Wash vegetables, fruit and fresh herbs under …
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… called forest fires). Wildfires can affect your health and safety in many ways. The smoke from wildfires can affect the … a wildfire Evacuation information Health care for evacuees After a wildfire Emergency preparedness There are many … some people are susceptible to the effects of both. Cooler, cleaner indoor air is the best way to protect yourself from …
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… File #78) Preventing falls in older adults Child safety: Preventing falls Transportation Take precautions when driving, cycling or walking. Pedestrians … between your chin and the strap. To learn more about bike safety, visit The BC Cycling Coalition: Cycling Safety Safe …
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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 … events Canadian Red Cross: Heat waves: Before, during & after Fraser Health Authority: Extreme heat Government of …
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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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… Injuries From Sports and Other Activities Returning to Play After a Head Injury During a Sporting Event To learn about … 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) …
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… crashes Sports or recreational activities Prevention Taking safety precautions can reduce your chances of getting a concussion … of getting a concussion, visit: Child Car Seats Child Safety: Bicycles and Tricycles Child Safety: Streets and …
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… PreparedBC is British Columbia's one-stop shop for disaster readiness information. For tips on seasonal … preparation and recovery - www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/safety/emergency-management/preparedbc . Follow PreparedBC …
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… a baby is born with a small head or the head stops growing after birth. Pregnant women, or those who plan on becoming … yourself from mosquito bites at all times. You should take precautions throughout the day and night, when you are both … Canada The Government of Canada website provides health and safety information for Canadians and health professionals. …
