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Wildfire Its effects on drinking water quality

… water. For example: nearby streams, rivers and lakes. When wildfire affects the surrounding trees, soil and … drinking water. Wildfire smoke can have a harmful effect on your body. Drinking lots of water helps reduce inflammation … concerns, they should speak to you. If your drinking water comes from your own private well or surface water source …

Group A streptococcal infections

… lymph nodes in the neck, white or yellow patches at the back of the throat and, in children, abdominal pain. … body tissue or limb. The original site of infection on your body may be a minor wound or injury such as a small … sometimes called strawberry tongue. Rheumatic fever occurs when a strep infection damages the heart’s valves which can …

Tuberculosis TB skin test

… caused by a germ (bacteria) that spreads through the air when a person with untreated TB disease of the lungs coughs, … a TST to see if you have ever been exposed to TB. It tells your health care provider if your body has “seen” the … of skin on your forearm. Second appointment You must go back to the clinic 48 to 72 hours later to have a health …

Rubella

… be offered a blood test for rubella immunity as part of your prenatal care. If you are not immune, you should be … mucus from the mouth, nose or throat of an infected person. When an infected person coughs or sneezes, the virus spreads … eyes. The lymph nodes located behind the ears and at the back of the neck may swell and feel painful. The rash, which …

Young children and their vision

… vision concerns and their symptoms early on, you will know when your child needs to see an eye doctor. How developed is my … have a family history. If you know of vision concerns in your family, your child's eyes should be examined by an eye …

Indoor air quality Mould and other biological contaminants

… earth, cover it with plastic If there is high humidity in your home that cannot otherwise be controlled, use a … dehumidifier. Make sure you choose a device that best meets your room size and humidity Repair all internal and external … safety glasses or goggles and a KN-95 mask or better when you are cleaning. If the area is larger, it may require …

Pertussis whooping cough

… as diphtheria, polio and tetanus and are free as part of your child’s routine immunizations. It is important that … and travel clinics. During an outbreak of pertussis or when traveling overseas, the pertussis vaccine may be given … fever and a mild cough. Over the next 2 weeks, the cough gets worse, leading to severe, repeated and forceful …

Caffeinated energy drinks

… (energy drinks) are advertised as being able to boost your energy and make you feel more alert. Common brands … foods regulations. The amounts are within safe levels when used according to the directions on the label. Caffeine … interact with many medications. Talk with a pharmacist or your health care provider before using energy drinks if you: …

Lead paint and hazards

… on doors, windows, stairs and railings can expose you and your family to health risks. Before you begin renovations, … to use in areas accessible to children or pregnant women. When painting your home, make sure that the paint you use … long as it is not chipping or within the reach of children. Whenever you disturb surfaces with lead paint, you risk …

Prenatal ultrasound

… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Your health care provider may request that you have one or … ultrasound. What can I do to prepare for my appointment? When you book your ultrasound, you will receive instructions … The scan will show different information depending on when the ultrasound is performed during your pregnancy and …