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… treatment and tests to show the water is safe. For more information, see HealthLinkBC File #05b Well Water Testing . … clear, you may be able to use it after disinfection. For information on how to disinfect your drinking water see … material from yards. For information on disposal services and regulations in your area, contact your …
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… spot of your baby’s blood can be used to get important information about their health. A newborn baby can look … treatment can greatly improve overall health. For more information about these disorders and the benefits of early detection and treatment, visit Perinatal Services BC www.newbornscreeningbc.ca . How is my baby …
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… your hands regularly using hand soap and water. Using an alcohol hand rub may help stop you from spreading VRE when … and you don’t have access to soap and water, 60 to 90% alcohol hand rubs can also be used. Bacteria can survive on … can also help reduce the spread of bacteria. For more information on hand washing, see HealthLinkBC File #85 Hand …
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… are 2 categories of wells for drinking water: those that service drinking water supply systems under permit by the … You should contact your local health authority for further information ( … may also cause contamination of your well water. For more information on water quality and guidelines, see the …
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… has been removed, clean the area with soap and water or an alcohol-based sanitizer. You may also put a small amount of … dampened with water to keep it alive. Do not use rubbing alcohol or any other liquid. The container with the tick can … skin. Reapply it as directed on the container. For more information about insect repellents and DEET, please visit …
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… You can also use the Canadian Nutrient File (see For More Information). For foods that have a label, check the … will also list the amount of iron in milligrams. For more information HealthLinkBC File #68c Iron and Your Health Iron … specific foods: Canadian Nutrient File For more nutrition information, call 8-1-1 to speak with a registered …
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… 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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… shoes Drink plenty of water and/or juice and avoid alcohol and drinks with caffeine to avoid dehydration Eat … and when reflected from snow, water and sand For more information on sun safety please visit HealthLinkBC File #26 … and on unfamiliar roads. Use your seat belts. Do not drink alcohol and drive. Be sure to use common sense and caution …
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… infusions of blood or blood products Inject illegal drugs or share drug snorting, smoking, or injecting equipment Are males who … under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye Syndrome. For information on Reye Syndrome, see HealthLinkBC File #84 Reye …
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… public restroom If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer. After applying the gel or …
