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… tick without leaving some mouth parts behind, which can cause an infection. How to remove a tick yourself If you can … 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 …
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… ingredients include chemicals and blends of chemicals used to make different flavours. The term "vaping" is also used to refer to the inhalation of cannabis aerosols; however, this page refers specifically to the use of nicotine products. What are the risks of vaping? …
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… the blood’s ability to carry oxygen. Acute exposure may cause tiredness, headaches, nausea, flu-like symptoms, dizziness, impaired vision and confusion If you have heart disease, it may cause chest pain High levels of carbon monoxide exposure can …
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… or sanded into dust. Low levels of exposure to lead can cause health effects such as learning disabilities and … problems in children. High levels of exposure to lead may cause lead poisoning and other issues such as anemia and … at higher risk. Toddlers and children can ingest lead because of their frequent hand-to-mouth activity and tendency to …
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… if SA bacteria get into or through your skin, they can cause a variety of infections, such as skin and wound … to wash your hands regularly using soap and water. Using an alcohol hand rub may prevent the spread of MRSA after … dry your hands. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol based hand sanitizer. Sanitizer can be used as long …
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… head as little as possible. You may want to take an anti-nausea medication for the symptoms Wear loose clothing and … shoes Drink plenty of water and/or juice and avoid alcohol and drinks with caffeine to avoid dehydration Eat … 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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… on them in a separate plastic bag before disposing into household garbage (for example, bandages, tissues, tampons, … care provider, local health unit or support groups Avoid alcohol as it can cause further damage to your liver. If you do drink alcohol, try to reduce the amount that you drink Avoid drug …
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… thing you can do to help stop the spread of germs that cause illnesses such as colds, the flu, diarrhea, or vomiting. … hands is the best way to stop the spread of germs. Viruses can live on hard surfaces for up to 2 days and on hands … public restroom If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer. After applying the gel or …
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… water or a fluoride mouth rinse Do not smoke/vape, drink alcohol or use cannabis during pregnancy Continue to have regular professional dental care Nausea and vomiting during pregnancy can leave stomach acids …
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… makes it hard to clear fluids from the mouth or throat An alcohol use disorder Experiencing homelessness People who use illicit drugs A second dose of vaccine is recommended …
