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… of a severe allergic reaction can start within minutes of eating the food that triggers reactions. They will usually … reaction and can save your child’s life. Steps for treating a severe allergic reaction Use the epinephrine … away from home. Help your child avoid their food allergens. Eating even a very small amount can trigger a severe …
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… Hepatitis B is also one of the main causes of liver cancer, which can be fatal. The hepatitis B virus is spread …
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… the feces of animals. Listeriosis is most often caused by eating contaminated foods. A variety of foods can contain or … fridge at or below 4°C (40°F) Wash raw vegetables before eating Keep uncooked meats separate from vegetables and … Control Pregnancy and Food Safety: www.bccdc.ca/health-info/prevention-public-health/food-safety-pregnancy . Image … …
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… Whenever you disturb surfaces with lead paint, you risk creating hazardous lead dust even if the lead paint is covered … house, remove children and pets and seal the area and all heating vents. Protect the entrance to the working area with … dust. Do not spread the dust around Turn off forced air heating and air conditioning systems and cover vents with …
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… with an infected person, by drinking contaminated water, or eating raw or under-cooked shellfish contaminated with …
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… including permanent liver damage, which can lead to liver cancer and death. When you get your child immunized, you … Hepatitis B is also one of the main causes of liver cancer, which can be fatal. Hepatitis B virus is spread from …
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… central nervous system. Some VOCs are suspected of causing cancer and some have been shown to cause cancer in humans. Most people are not affected by short-term …
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… and water boilers, or used to tape together sections of heating ducts. You may also find asbestos in cement, flooring … diseases such as: Asbestosis (scarring of the lungs) Lung cancer Mesothelioma (a rare form of cancer of the lining of the body cavity) What are the risk …
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… of sugary drinks as a child or teen can impact future eating habits and health. Sugar substitutes Some energy …
