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… Unpasteurized fruit/vegetable juices and ciders: A potential health risk Last updated August 21, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 72 Download PDF Document English … by the best before date. What is the risk? Unpasteurized apple and orange juices have been linked to illnesses and …
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… Pregnancy and alcohol use Last updated July 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 38d Download PDF Document English … a healthy pregnancy, see www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/pregnancy/guide-healthy-pregnancy.html . How can I … practical support. For example, help with transportation to appointments or to treatment, or offer childcare for other …
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… homes and other dwellings Last updated September 23, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 42 Download PDF Document English … the foundation, construction joints, as well as gaps around service pipes, floor drains and window casements. How does … on radon levels in B.C., visit https://bccdc.shinyapps.io/bcradonmap . Should I get my home tested? Everyone …
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… Bed bugs Last updated September 3, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 95 Download PDF Document English … wall (such as areas where pipes, wires and other utility services enter) Eliminate clutter Be careful what you bring … chemical insecticides or extremely high heat, and multiple applications will likely be necessary. Inspect your home for …
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… Seniors' falls can be prevented Last updated July 31, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 78 Download PDF Document English … safe housing and transportation Behavioural factors: Inappropriate footwear or clothing Climbing ladders or using a … medications If you are a B.C. resident with a valid BC Services Card and you have taken at least five medications …
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… Lead in drinking water Last updated November 14, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 49e Download PDF Document English … periods. For more information about the guidelines, visit Health Canada – Guidelines for Canadian Drinking Water … Generally, the water supplier is responsible for the service line up to the water meter or valve at the property …
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… of onsite sewage systems Last updated March 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 21 Download PDF Document English … rid of human waste (feces and urine). All buildings not serviced by a municipal (centralized) treatment plant need … to be properly designed and filed with the local public health authority. A typical onsite sewage system has 2 basic …
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… Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder Last updated July 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 38e Download PDF Document English … Disorder (FASD) is a term used to describe a range of health and behavioural problems affecting people exposed to … Counselor, BC Alcohol and Drug Information and Referral Service is available 24 hours per day for information on …
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… children during extreme heat Last updated June 27, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 35b Heat-related Series Download … making it feel hotter outside than normal. Extreme heat happens when the heat and humidity are much higher than we … normal summer day. Extreme heat can be harmful to anyone's health, but infants (0-1 year) and young children (1-5 …
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… and neglect of older adults Last updated September 14, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 93a Elder Abuse Prevention Series … and neglect in later life can affect an adult’s health, happiness, safety and financial security. Older adults can … or information Respect the person's choices If you are a service provider working with older adults, you can help as …
