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… Nitrate in well water Last updated March 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number … above health guideline levels. Nitrate concentrations in drinking water are a concern when levels are above the Guidelines for Canadian Drinking Water Quality. The maximum acceptable concentration …
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… Residential hot tubs and pools: Safe water quality Last updated August 1, 2024 HealthLink BC File … and ensuring adequate filtration and recirculation of the water in your hot tub or pool. How can I make sure the water is safe? Owners are responsible to ensure their hot …
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… Preventing Water-Borne Infections For People with Weakened Immune … people do not need to take extra precautions with their drinking water. Ask your doctor or nurse practioner how weak … is, and whether you need to take extra precautions. How can drinking water become contaminated? Drinking water can …
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… Waterborne infections in British Columbia Last updated … Waterborne infections are any illnesses caused by drinking water contaminated with certain germs or … infections spread? Waterborne infections spread when drinking water contains: Animal or human waste (feces) …
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… diarrhea? Traveller's diarrhea is frequent, loose, or watery bowel movements resulting from eating or drinking contaminated foods or liquids. Symptoms may include … a source of disease when it is used for food preparation, drinking, swimming or other activities where it may be …
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… is a common cause of diarrhea among individuals who drink water that has not been properly filtered, treated or … pathogens, you will need to disinfect water used for drinking, making ice cubes, washing uncooked fruits and … disinfecting water, see HealthLinkBC File #49b Disinfecting drinking water , or contact your local environmental health …
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… with Cryptosporidium ? Cryptosporidium can be spread by water, food, or fecal-oral transmission from an infected … water source, you will need to disinfect water used for drinking, making ice cubes, washing uncooked fruits and … water, see HealthLinkBC File # 49b Disinfecting drinking water , or contact your local environmental health …
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… Wear loose clothing and comfortable shoes Drink plenty of water and/or juice and avoid alcohol and drinks with … try to eat and sleep according to local time Food and water safety in developing countries Eat foods that are well … Do not eat food sold by street vendors Drink bottled water, bottled drinks or beverages made with boiled water. …
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… your activity is during the summer or winter, on land or water, remember the three T’s and follow these simple steps: … streams and rivers can contaminate the water you use for drinking, eating and recreation. Untreated water in the … in the wilderness or backcountry, you may use water for drinking or brushing your teeth by: Boiling the water for at …
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… and reduces the risk of osteoporosis. What are the risks of drinking raw milk? According to a US Centre for Disease … from raw milk still occur and remind us of the hazards of drinking raw milk. Who is at risk of getting sick? Anyone … as follows: Heat method: Immerse the containers in hot water (77°C / 171°F or hotter) for at least 2 minutes. …
