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… Pregnancy and alcohol use Last updated July 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File … pregnancy? As well as not drinking alcohol, there are other steps you can take to be healthy and to protect your … food Reduce or stop your use of cigarettes and other drugs Balance rest and activity Reduce your stress. Find …
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… Hormonal contraception and using other medications at the same time Last updated September 1, … inserted under the skin of the arm Hormonal contraception uses 1 or 2 hormones similar to estrogen and progestin, … supplements) work less effectively, such as anti-seizure drugs. Ask your health care provider about how your hormonal …
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… Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder Last updated July 1, 2021 … as binge drinking and heavy drinking If illegal or street drugs, or medications are being used at the same time Genetics and many other factors For more information on pregnancy and alcohol …
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… Radon in homes and other dwellings Last updated September 23, 2024 HealthLink … what is my risk? Exposure to radon over the long-term can cause lung cancer. About 16% of lung cancer deaths in Canada … that are placed in the home for 3 months or longer, ideally during the fall or winter (6 to 12 months is recommended). …
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… (gum and bone) disease. This can increase the risk for other health conditions (e.g., diabetes and heart disease) … water or a fluoride mouth rinse Do not smoke/vape, drink alcohol or use cannabis during pregnancy Continue to have … will protect you and your baby. You may require certain drugs for dental treatment, so it is important that your …
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… includes information about how to prevent passing HIV to other people. A person with HIV can pass the virus to their … pregnancy, childbirth or while breast/chest feeding. Because of the risk of passing HIV to your baby, it is very … sex supplies such as condoms when having sex, using safer drug use equipment and other measures. For more information …
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… with friends or family who have air-conditioning if your house gets too hot. Go to local cooling centres or community … Keep your body cool and hydrated Drink plenty of water and other fluids (about 3-4 litres of water a day), especially … of caffeinated, sugary or artificially sweetened and alcoholic drinks Eat fruits and vegetables. They have a high …
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… is a public health approach to substance use (including alcohol, cannabis, and other substances) and drug policy. The aim of harm reduction is to support the …
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… Indoor air quality: Mould and other biological contaminants Last updated October 29, 2024 … things or produced by living things. They include mould, house dust, bacteria, viruses, animal dander, cat saliva, … furnishings. People with allergies should leave the room during vacuuming and for at least an hour after the dust …
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… with friends or family who have air-conditioning if your house gets too hot. Plan cool activities: find play areas in … you also need to stay well hydrated; try having a cool non-alcoholic, low sugar drink during every feed in addition to other beverages throughout the day. 6 months and older Offer …
