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… development, behaviour, size and hearing of developing fetuses, infants and young children. The health impact depends … drinking water. Owners of buildings are responsible for assessing their own plumbing and taking actions to reduce … lead in drinking water is suspected or has been measured in your water supply, you should reduce your exposure to the …
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… headache or neck stiffness for which you cannot find a cause, or other symptoms of WNV, contact your health care provider. What is the treatment for West … at 1-866-431-BIRD (2473). Reports will be recorded, assessed to determine if further investigation is warranted, …
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… There are ways to reduce the risks, such as by making your home smoke-free. How harmful is second-hand tobacco … hundreds of which are toxic and at least 70 that can cause cancer. There is no risk-free level of exposure to … smoke or vapour. How does second-hand smoke harm your health? Regular exposure to second-hand smoke can cause …
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… Spanish Document Vietnamese When are onsite sewage systems used? Any home or building that is not connected to a … more than 1 category and provide several services. The AP assesses both the owner’s needs and the capability of the … of all parts of the sewage system. This way you and your maintenance provider can find information based on the …
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… What is Tuberculosis (TB)? TB is a serious disease caused by a germ (bacteria) that spreads through the air. TB … disease? Infection occurs when you breathe TB bacteria into your lungs and your body's defences stop the bacteria from … have TB infection. Your health care provider will do a TB assessment and order the appropriate tests. There may be a …
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… A vaginal yeast infection is a common infection caused by the overgrowth of yeast in the vagina. What causes … use of antibiotics; use of corticosteroid; problems with your immune system; use of birth control pills; pregnancy; … infections are not usually spread during sex. However, if your partner has symptoms, they should also seek treatment. …
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… many women at some point during their adult lives. What causes cervicitis? Cervicitis is often caused by sexually … be treated with antibiotic pills. It is important to follow your treatment instructions carefully. If you were given … have any oral, vaginal or anal sex for 7 days after you and your partner(s) start the antibiotic treatment. If you or …
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… the most common symptom of pubic lice. If pubic lice get on your eyelashes, the edges of your eyelids may be crusted. You may see lice and their eggs … irritation and painful swelling. Bites from the lice can cause a rash or small bluish spots on your skin. The spots may …
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… to quit smoking. For many people, these include: Improve your health and lower your risk of smoking-caused illness, like heart and lung diseases, throat and oral …
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… Trichomoniasis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by a parasite called Trichomonas vaginalis . It is … sperm count. If you are pregnant and have trichomoniasis, your baby may be born early (premature) and/or with a low … have not had a sexual partner in the last 2 months, then your last sexual partner will need treatment. It takes time …
