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… caused by a germ (bacteria) that spreads through the air when a person with untreated TB disease of the lungs, … and nose with a tissue when you cough, sneeze or laugh Air out rooms you are staying in by opening the window (if … with weak immune systems Do not use buses, trains, taxis or airplanes Do not go to public places like work, school, …
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… levels are above the Guidelines for Canadian Drinking Water Quality. The maximum acceptable concentration (MAC) for … reflects the impact of human activities on well water quality. How does nitrate get into well water? Decomposition … processes Motor vehicles Some de-icing agents used at airports How do I know if there is nitrate in my well water? …
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… includes milk from cows, goats, buffalo, sheep and other dairy animals. By law in Canada, all milk sold to the public must be pasteurized and packaged in a licensed dairy plant. Only vitamins A and D may be added to the milk … you buy must be pasteurized and packaged at a licensed dairy plant. Be cautious of raw milk from farm gate sales or …
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… coughs, or sneezes, the bacteria are spread through the air. If you breathe in air or touch objects contaminated with the bacteria you can …
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… breathes, coughs, or sneezes, the virus spreads through the air. The measles virus can survive in small droplets in the air for several hours. You can become infected when you … droplets or touch objects contaminated with the virus. The airborne spread of measles virus makes the disease very …
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… caused by a germ (bacteria) that spreads through the air when a person with untreated TB disease of the lungs … bottle or inside the cap Take a deep breath. Hold the air for a few seconds. Breathe out slowly. Take another deep …
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… illness occurs indoors, in environments without air conditioning. When it is hot outside for several days, … disabilities, including limited mobility and cognitive impairment People who do intensive physical activity or work in … illness. These include: Keep cool. Stay indoors in air-conditioned buildings or take a cool bath or shower. At …
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… the varicella-zoster virus. It spreads easily through the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes. You can become infected when you breathe in this air or touch contaminated surfaces. The virus may spread …
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… caused by a germ (bacteria) that spreads through the air. TB usually affects the lungs but can also affect other … it spread? TB spreads from person to person through the air when someone who is sick with TB in the lungs coughs, …
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… spill of mercury in a blood pressure device), the lungs and airways can become irritated. This causes symptoms such as … off any interior ventilation or fans that could circulate air from the spill site to other areas of the home. This includes turning down heaters or air conditioners and turning off fans Always use gloves If …
