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Residential hot tubs and pools Health and safety tips

… into a hot tub or shallow pool. Always enter feet first. Alcohol and drugs Alcohol and drugs increase risk. Most adult accidents in the pool and hot tub environments are alcohol or drug related. Alcoholic beverages and some drugs …
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Pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine

… makes it hard to clear fluids from the mouth or throat An alcohol use disorder Experiencing homelessness People who …
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Heat-related illness

… or water pills and certain psychiatric medications Use of alcohol or other substances Previous heat stroke High … If you must work or exercise, drink 2 to 4 glasses of non-alcoholic fluids each hour. Rest breaks are important and … Wearing a damp shirt or towel Drinking plenty of cool, non-alcoholic fluids Resting If your symptoms are not mild, last …
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Heart Healthy Eating for People with High Cholesterol

… smoking Get enough sleep According to Canada's Guidance on Alcohol and Health, no amount or kind of alcohol is good for your health. Alcohol increases the risk … Healthy snacks for adults (#68i) Healthy Eating and Healthy Aging for Adults (#68j) Managing constipation with diet: …
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How to take a temperature Children and adults

… to reduce a fever is not always needed Sponge baths, alcohol baths and rubs are not recommended When should I …
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Safety for infants and young children during extreme heat

… you also need to stay well hydrated; try having a cool non-alcoholic, low sugar drink during every feed in addition to …
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Living well with hepatitis B virus infection

… stay as healthy as possible if I am living with HBV? Avoid alcohol as it causes liver damage and can increase liver … supplies with every injection. For information about managing substance use, visit HeretoHelp heretohelp.bc.ca or …
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Group A streptococcal infections

… heart or lung disease, and people who are dependent on alcohol or inject illicit drugs. TSS can also be caused by …
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Managing constipation with diet adults

… Managing constipation with diet: adults Last updated March 1, … contain sorbitol, which is a naturally occurring sugar alcohol. Prunes and prune juice are best used in combination … Healthy snacks for adults (#68i) Healthy Eating and Healthy Aging for Adults (#68j) Managing constipation with diet: …
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Young children and their vision