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Safety for the perinatal population during extreme heat

… make it easier to stay inside in a cool place during the hottest hours of the day If you work outside or in an … and the postpartum period. Many pregnant people have lower blood pressure during early pregnancy. Warm conditions bring blood to the skin to get rid of excess heat, potentially …

Cyclospora infection cyclosporiasis

… What is cyclosporiasis? Cyclosporiasis is a foodborne intestinal infection caused by Cyclospora parasites. What are … your health care provider. Cyclosporiasis is diagnosed by testing a stool sample. Your health care provider may …

Hepatitis A vaccine

… those who: Have hemophilia or receive repeated infusions of blood or blood products Inject illegal drugs or share drug snorting, …

A decision-making guide for patients diagnosed with cataracts

… lens (IOL) which remains there permanently. There are many types of artificial lenses (IOLs) available. Lenses covered …

Indoor air quality Volatile organic compounds VOCs

… also be found in some drapes and fabrics, and in certain types of foam insulation. Other indoor sources of VOCs …

Outdoor air quality Sulphur dioxide SO2

… is because air quality is influenced by several things: The types and amounts of pollutants released into the air … sulphur dioxide is used or is a by-product have the greatest exposure. People who live near these industries and …

Your babys immune system and vaccines

… pertussis, hepatitis B, polio and Haemophilus influenzae type b (DTaP-HB-IPV-Hib) vaccine (#105) Your baby's immune …

Childhood vaccines What is in the vaccines and why

… pertussis, hepatitis B, polio and Haemophilus influenzae type b (DTaP-HB-IPV-Hib) vaccine (#105) Your baby's immune …

The harmful effects of second-hand tobacco smoke and vapour

… heart rate, less oxygen to the heart and constricted blood vessels that increase blood pressure and make the heart work harder. In the long …

Managing constipation with diet adults

… have intense pain in your belly or rectum (bum) You have blood in your stool You have unexplained weight loss You … hold the rectum in place Blockage of stool in the large intestine How can my diet help with constipation? Fibre and … with High Cholesterol (#68a) Healthy Eating to Lower High Blood Pressure (#68b) Iron and Your Health (#68c) Iron in …