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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese How can I prevent the spread of hepatitis B virus (HBV)? The … vomit How does hepatitis B virus affect people? Adults and children 5 years of age and over may have symptoms, which … of appetite and jaundice or yellowing of the skin. Most children under 5 years of age and adults with weakened …
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… provider to remove it. Be sure to check for ticks on your children and pets if they have been out in an area where … some mouth parts behind, which can cause an infection. How to remove a tick yourself If you can remove the tick … and behind the knees. Have someone help you check young children Regularly check household pets that go into tall …
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… radon gas becomes diluted with air and poses little risk. However, radon gas can build up inside homes and other … around service pipes, floor drains and window casements. How does radon affect my health and what is my risk? … reducing the amount of radon in homes and other buildings. How is radon measured? Radon in air is measured in …
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… or 'good' cholesterol LDL (low density lipoprotein) or 'bad' cholesterol Having high LDL cholesterol can block blood vessels over time and lead to a heart attack or stroke. To help lower LDL, follow a Portfolio …
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… your health, read HealthLinkBC: Wildfires and your health . How can wildfires affect drinking water quality? Possible … can also cause contamination of water after it's treated. How do I know if my water quality has been affected? If you … . For information about how to prepare in advance for a potential evacuation alert …
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… #14e Measles, mumps, rubella and varicella (MMRV) vaccine . How is measles spread? Measles is very contagious and … sample will be collected to make the diagnosis of measles. How can I prevent spreading measles to others? A person with … risk of Reye syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to …
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… are common in nursing homes, daycare centres, schools, children’s camps and on cruise ships. What are the symptoms? … is very rare and hospital care is usually not needed. How does the virus spread? Norovirus is found in the vomit … more than 2 or 3 days, or if dehydration is a concern. How can you prevent infection with the virus? There is no …
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… may increase the rate of miscarriage but has not been shown to cause birth defects. Is there a mumps vaccine? There … #14e Measles, Mumps, Rubella and Varicella (MMRV) Vaccine . How is mumps spread? Mumps is very contagious and spreads … risk of Reye Syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to …
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… In some cases C. diff infection may cause no symptoms. However, it may also cause symptoms such as: Watery diarrhea … or colon). In rare cases, the infection can cause death. How is C. diff spread? C. diff bacteria and their spores are … and rub your hands together to create lather. To help children wash their hands, sing the alphabet song Rinse …
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… It also helps muscles, nerves and hormones work properly. How much calcium do I need each day? Recommended amounts of … daily, it may be hard to meet your needs. What affects how much calcium is absorbed? Many factors affect how much … **Fortified plant-based beverages are not recommended for children under 2 years of age Nutrition Series Heart Healthy …
