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… adults Those with heart or lung disease, such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) People who are …
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… children, pregnant women, seniors, and people with certain chronic diseases are more vulnerable to infection and have … and soap residue has been removed. Next, sanitize bottles using either of the heat or chemical methods, as follows: …
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… Breathing : coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, throat tightness, hoarse voice, nasal … or blue-coloured skin Stomach : vomiting, nausea, abdominal pain or diarrhea Other : anxiety, headache, metallic taste …
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… even from limited UV exposure. Avoid tanning beds Avoid using tanning beds. The World Health Organization has found … Columbia, children under the age of 18 are banned from using tanning beds. For more information, visit Tanning Beds: www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/health/keeping-bc-healthy-safe/pses-mpes/tanning-beds . Will sunscreen protect …
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… Babies should always be placed on their backs to sleep. Healthy babies and newborns do not choke or have any … ‘tummy time’ (lying on his or her stomach) is needed for healthy development. This also prevents temporary flat spots … . Put the crib together using the manufacturer’s instructions, and do not change the …
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… Download PDF Document English A vegetarian diet can be a healthy eating pattern for people of all ages, including … normal growth and development. It’s also needed for a healthy immune system. Zinc is found in: Human milk … to get enough energy. To help lower fibre intake, try using refined grains such as white flour or white rice in …
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… Mild to severe diarrhea Bloody diarrhea Nausea Stomach pain Fever Vomiting Symptoms start an average of 2 to 5 days … or meats Make sure poultry and meats are well-cooked by using a meat thermometer. Measure the internal temperature … poultry or meat, and before touching anything else After using the toilet or changing diapers After touching pets or …
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… lesions. Cervical cancer that is caused by HPV is detected using a Pap test, which is a routine part of a female sexual … warts are flat or cauliflower-like bumps that are usually painless, may be itchy, and sometimes bleed. They can be … When it does not clear, cells infected with a cancer-causing type of HPV start to change. This change can lead to …
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… carpets, and in personal care products. Cleaning agents, paints, lacquers and varnishes are additional sources of … with electric alternatives (for combustion by-products) and using low-VOC products and building materials in your home … and doors for as long as possible over several days Store paints and solvents in a separate area of your home. Use …
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… sexually transmitted infection (STI)? Practice safe sex by using a condom When used as directed, male and female … or HPV), and syphilis. Important things to remember when using condoms: Check the condom package for damage and to … lotion, or baby oil can weaken and destroy latex. Avoid using spermicides containing nonoxynol-9 (N-9). It irritates …