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… common household products contain elemental mercury. This includes some (older) thermometers, blood pressure devices, … pose health risks if they break and the mercury spills. What are the health effects of exposure to elemental … for instructions on disposing of the bag What healthcare precautions should I take to protect myself and my …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus … also be at higher risk if you have had intensive hospital care or surgery, particularly in hospitals where previous … You do not need to disclose to your workplace, school or daycare setting that you carry MRSA. Mild infections of the …
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… Some of these diseases can be passed from your pet to you. What diseases can I catch from my pet? Pets such as dogs, … treatment, steroid therapy or organ or bone marrow transplant. How can I prevent infections? Your personal hygiene … systems should discuss the risk of disease with their healthcare provider before getting a pet For more information on …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What are Carbapenemase-producing organisms (CPO)? … of countries around the world, particularly in their health care facilities. People who have been admitted to hospital … or had treatment (e.g. dialysis or surgery) in a health care facility outside of Canada, or who have travelled …
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… File #50e A Better Immunization Experience for your Child . What are numbing creams and patches? Numbing creams or … pharmacy. You do not need a prescription from your health care provider to buy them. How do I use numbing creams and … reactions where numbing creams have been applied. These include paleness, redness or swelling of the skin. Serious …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is nitrate? Nitrate is a chemical compound and the most … is widespread in the environment. Nitrate is essential for plant growth and is present in all vegetables and grains. … increase the amount of nitrate in it. Therefore, be extra careful if you are boiling water to prepare infant formula. …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is radon? Radon is a colourless, odourless radioactive … and window casements. How does radon affect my health and what is my risk? Exposure to radon over the long-term can … then Health Canada recommends remediation. A dwelling includes homes and other places where people spend 4 or more …
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… when blood is present in the fluid, but the risk is low. What should I do if I come into contact with blood or body … to blood or body fluids and your test results. The health care provider may also try to determine whether the person’s … B and C. In case of possible exposure to HIV, the health care provider may start you on a course of antiviral …
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… healthy habits and meet their energy and nutrient needs. What foods should I offer my child? Give your child the same … filled with ground meat, cheese and avocado Ideas with plant-based proteins Canada’s food guide suggests eating a … Preventing choking in babies and young children: For child care providers Health Canada Food Safety Information for …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is impetigo? Impetigo is a bacterial infection of the … child has these symptoms, discuss them with your health care provider. Is impetigo serious? Impetigo is usually a … think your child has impetigo, take them to see a health care provider. If your health care provider finds that your …
