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… is essential for plant growth and is present in all vegetables and grains. Nitrate is colourless, tasteless and … Since nitrate is colourless, tasteless, and odorless, you cannot tell if you have nitrate in your well water unless you test for it. …
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… wells (those serving only 1 single family dwelling). If you do not know what type of well you are connected to … metals such as lead and copper can leach out of pipes and soldered joints. For some, but not all metals, you may notice … testing for a broader combination of chemicals. How do I get my well water tested? Your water should be tested by a …
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… Dental care for your infant and toddler Last updated March 1, 2021 … Vietnamese Beginning dental care early is important for your child’s health. Dental care keep teeth healthy for a … bacteria from your mouth to your baby’s : Your child can get bacteria from family members through the saliva. You can …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Your health care provider may request that you have one or more ultrasound scans during your pregnancy. … the baby. What factors might limit the information that I get from an ultrasound? Some factors may limit what …
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… liquid mixture. It’s made of propylene glycol, glycerol (vegetable glycerin) and other chemicals. Flavouring … products. What are the risks of vaping? Vaping can impact your health in several ways: Exposure to toxic and … symptoms of existing asthma or COPD Risks to children and youth: using nicotine in adolescence can impact brain …
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… when animal or human feces containing these pathogens get into drinking water. These pathogens may include … pathogens from drinking water, reducing health risks. You can disinfect water by adding chemicals, using heat, … stand for another 15 minutes If the water is cloudy, or colder than 10˚C (50˚F), double the amount of bleach added. …
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… widely used commercially, but it can still exist in many older homes and buildings. You may find asbestos wrapped around older hot water pipes and water boilers, or used to tape together sections of heating ducts. You may also find asbestos …
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… When cataracts develop the lens becomes cloudy. Most people get cataracts with age and have them in both eyes. One eye … in their eyesight, even when they no longer meet legal driving requirements. Cataracts progress slowly and are not likely to cause a sudden change in your vision. You may not need surgery right away. A change …
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… to prevent harms from substance use include: Impaired driving prevention programs. These programs increase awareness of the risks of driving under the influence of substances Outreach and … health, by screening for problematic substance use and getting treatment for example. For more information For more …
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… caused by pertussis bacteria (germs). People of any age can get pertussis. Young children who have not been immunized get sicker than older children and adults. Pertussis can cause complications …