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… or visit https://quitnow.ca/ . Stop or reduce your use of alcohol and other drugs The use of certain substances during … the risk of sleep- related infant death. This includes alcohol, cannabis (marijuana), crack, cocaine, heroin, and … would like support for any kind of substance use (including alcohol or other drugs), free, confidential information and …
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… or talking clearly. What can I do if I think my child has problems hearing? Hearing loss can be hard to detect. Mild …
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… by releasing tiny spores into the air. What are some health problems caused by moulds and other biological contaminants? … are small enough to be inhaled and some can cause health problems. Moulds, for example, can cause allergic reactions. …
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… drinking water. What amount of manganese can cause health problems? Health Canada has set a Maximum Acceptable …
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… of sludge to renew bacterial activity How can I prevent problems with my sewage system? Onsite sewage systems can be …
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… in cement, flooring and ceiling materials. Which health problems are caused by asbestos? Most of the time asbestos …
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… this important time of visual development. Should vision problems be corrected at an early age? Yes, some vision …
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… against pool walls or rocks, you could drown. Do not drink alcohol Injuries involving alcohol are a common problem around water bodies, including … private pools, hot tubs, beaches and swimming holes. Alcohol slows down your reaction time and could put you to …
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… Loss of muscle mass, grip strength and balance, mobility problems, slower reflexes, muscle weakness, poor balance and … delirium, interactions or side effects of medications, alcohol use, poor nutrition, dehydration or lack of sleep … over-the-counter pills, vitamins and herbal supplements Alcohol can affect medications If you are a B.C. resident …
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… sleep. Healthy babies and newborns do not choke or have any problems from sleeping on their backs. When your baby can … the adults in the bed are less alert due to the effects of alcohol, medications or other drugs. For families choosing … the risk of sleep related infant death. This includes alcohol, cannabis (marijuana), crack, cocaine, heroin, …