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… to harm a developing baby during pregnancy is also influenced by the following factors: The birthing parent’s …
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… away if your child has any of the following: Ear discharge (fluid draining from the ear) Earache (pain in the ear) Bad … This test measures the movement of the eardrum and detects fluid in the middle ear. This test can also detect other …
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… 1 to 3 days. Complications may occur if you lose too much fluid from vomiting and diarrhea and do not drink enough fluids. This is called dehydration. Symptoms of dehydration … not viruses. It is important that you drink enough clear fluids, such as water, so you do not get dehydrated. You …
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… chemicals of concern in B.C. groundwater are: nitrates, fluoride and metals such as arsenic, lead, copper and … or no risk to human health. For example, low levels of fluoride have dental benefits, but high levels can have a … For more information see HealthLinkBC File #28 Water Fluoridation Facts . If you live in an agricultural or farm …
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… If you increase the amount of fibre you eat, drink enough fluid to keep your bowel movements soft. A type of fibre … or rice beverage Unsweetened tea or coffee Your body needs fluids to function. When you don’t get enough fluids your body becomes dehydrated. Dehydration can make …
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… or close to your well or piping Water lines may need to be flushed and water supplies may need to be tested for … drinking water Water lines may need repairing and flushing to remove contaminated water Test affected wells or …
