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… illness is the result of your body gaining heat faster than it can cool itself down. Heat-related illnesses … are made worse if you do not drink enough fluids to stay hydrated. What causes heat-related illness? A healthy human … urine production or urine that is very dark Increasing heart rate and rapid, shallow breathing Fever, particularly …
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… can form in the body and block blood flow. This can cause heart attack, stroke, deep vein thrombosis and other serious … K in your usual diet to make your blood clot at a safe rate. Therefore, it is important to eat the same amount of …
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… or men who have sex with men (gbMSM). However, recent rates of syphilis have increased greatly for cisgender women … or vision loss, dizziness ) or cause damage to your brain, heart and other organs in your body, which can lead to …
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… at greater risk? Infants and children can become dehydrated quickly due to a high metabolism and less effective … means that they can develop a heat-related illness much faster than an older child or adult. What signs should I … heat edema (swelling) Decreased urine output Increased heart rate Skin feels very warm Body temperature above 38°C …
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… Nitrate in well water Last updated March 1, 2021 HealthLink BC … Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is nitrate? Nitrate is a chemical compound and the most common … with weakened immune systems Individuals with chronic heart, lung or blood conditions What are the health risks of …
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… itchy nose, watery eyes and sneezing), trouble swallowing Heart : signs of a drop in blood pressure like weak pulse, …
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… itchy nose, watery eyes and sneezing), trouble swallowing Heart : signs of a drop in blood pressure like weak pulse, … eating out For social gatherings like picnics, pack separate meals for residents with food allergy Call restaurants …
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… itchy nose, watery eyes and sneezing), trouble swallowing Heart : signs of a drop in blood pressure like weak pulse, …
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… Communities that stopped fluoridation have seen increased rates of tooth decay compared to communities that continue …
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… or in the microwave. These methods can thaw food at uneven rates, so take extra care to ensure the whole product is … only pasteurized milk and milk products Keep eggs refrigerated and do not use dirty or cracked eggs Keep cooked and ready-to-eat foods separate from raw foods. Ensure all surfaces and utensils are …
