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… Home isolation for Tuberculosis (TB) Last updated October … Sputum testing for tuberculosis (TB) . How can I protect my family and friends from TB? You can protect your family and friends by following the home isolation …
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… Radon in homes and other dwellings Last updated September 23, 2024 … poses little risk. However, radon gas can build up inside homes and other buildings and pose a hazard to your health. … radon depends on its concentration in the indoor air of the home or building and the length of time exposed. Since radon …
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… Home canning - How to avoid botulism Last updated February … One teaspoonful is enough to kill 100,000 people. Improper home canning creates the perfect environment to grow … To avoid botulism, use extreme care when canning at home. There are different methods of canning for high-acid …
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… Abuse and neglect of older adults: Information for family caregivers Last updated September 1, 2022 HealthLink … responsibilities out of love or a sense of personal or family duty. Every family is different. Some family … caregivers often have other responsibilities at work or at home, such as their own families. They may find it very …
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… Examples are: Access to safer substance use supplies Take home naloxone Drug checking services Referrals to health and … equipment like needles and safe disposal, carry a take home naloxone kit, share and provide connections to …
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… elemental mercury is the form that is sometimes spilled at home. Elemental mercury is a shiny, silvery metal that is … precautions should I take to protect myself and my family from mercury spills? Making sure spills are properly … best way to protect your health. Minimizing you and your family’s exposure to the spill will prevent harmful health …
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… doors, windows, stairs and railings can expose you and your family to health risks. Before you begin renovations, … in order to minimize the health risks to you and your family. What are the health hazards of lead exposure? … lead can affect the growth of the developing baby. Does my home contain lead-based paint? Lead-based paint was commonly …
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… when planning for, or responding to emergencies. How are family members cared for in a long-term care facility? B.C. … preparedness and planning at the facility where your family member lives, you may ask: What is the facility’s … to care for your family member during an emergency: Is your home suitable and accessible for a person with their …
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… emergency plan. What will happen if I have to evacuate my home in an emergency? If the police or RCMP orders you to … to signal for help Pen and notepad Local map with your family meeting place identified Cash in small bills A copy … plan A contact list with important names and numbers of family members, friends, health care providers and …
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… For decades, asbestos was used as a building material in homes and other buildings. It was also used in automotive … used commercially, but it can still exist in many older homes and buildings. You may find asbestos wrapped around … exposure. Who is at risk of asbestos exposure? If your home was built before 1990, then you are more likely to have …
