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… and those with lice should be treated. Chemical treatments Shampoos, creams, rinses and sprays that contain an … 10 days, even after successful treatment. Head lice have started to develop resistance to many of the chemical … apart. In this case, consider a full treatment plan using a topical treatment of a different type. Irritation from …
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… Treatments for pubic lice include using a special lotion or shampoo to kill the eggs and lice. These can be purchased … have pubic lice on your eyebrows or eyelashes, do not use shampoos or lotions to treat them. Instead, carefully apply …
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… are produced when fuels such as oil, gas, kerosene, wood, coal and propane are incompletely burnt. The type and amount …
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… as oil, natural gas, propane, gasoline, kerosene, wood and coal. Examples include fine particulate matter, carbon … (VOCs) . Asbestos was used as an insulator and fire retardant for many years. It is sometimes still found in older …
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… smoke. Bidis Bidis have higher concentrations of nicotine, tar and carbon monoxide than cigarettes. They increase the … of unflavoured tobacco is equal to 70 cigarettes. The charcoal used to heat the tobacco or shisha causes additional …
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… Ventilate any enclosed area for 30 minutes before you start. Prepare a disinfectant solution. Most general purpose … burn or place in the trash, according to local bylaws. Shampoo or steam carpets, wash clothing and bedding with hot …
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… in the water including fecal matter, vomit, dirt, soap, shampoo, body oils, perspiration (sweat), food and drinks. …
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… and your family Can you prepare food that meets their dietary needs? For example, therapeutic diets and texture … as lifts, grab bars and a raised toilet seat Special dietary needs Safety and security of your home Preparing your …
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… This can be used as an opportunity for adolescents to start making decisions about their own health. Adolescents …
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… For those who have had scabies before, symptoms usually start within a few days. How do I know I have scabies? The … with your health care provider before you begin treatment. Topical scabies treatments (creams) are available to buy at …
