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… getting lost. How can I prepare for the wilderness? Whether your activity is during the summer or winter, on land or … three T’s and follow these simple steps: Trip planning Plan your travel route Know the terrain and conditions Check the … health and safety: HealthLinkBC File #26 Sun Safety for Children HealthLinkBC File #47 Cyanobacteria Blooms …
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… common ingredients used to manufacture the chlorine used in your drinking water. Why is chlorine added to drinking … in 1908. By the 1920s, thousands of cities worldwide were using chlorine disinfectants to treat drinking water. There … reason they all get the generic labeling of “chlorine.” Your water supplier chooses the product used in your …
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… they are carrying SA bacteria. When these bacteria are in your nose or on the surface of your skin, they will not … the numbers carried on the skin and the chance of it causing an infection. If you have an MRSA infection, you can … for at least 20 seconds using warm water and soap (to help children wash their hands long enough, sing the ABC song). …
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… benefits: It reduces the chances of passing the STI on to your partner(s) You are less likely to develop complications … failure from advanced HIV disease If you have an STI, your chance of getting or passing on HIV to someone else … exposed to an STI or are being treated for an STI Discuss using protection, such as condoms, dental dam barriers and …
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… by-products. These by-products can also get inside your home from car exhaust coming in through a garage. What … monoxide detector Nitrogen dioxide (NO2): May irritate your eyes, nose, throat and lungs and cause shortness of … your eyes, nose and throat May lodge in the lungs, causing irritation or damage to lung tissue May cause …
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… It can quickly affect several different organs including your liver, lungs and kidneys. Since TSS develops quickly, … in TSS. SA makes several toxins and when the toxins enter your bloodstream you can have a severe reaction causing TSS. The toxins may enter your bloodstream through a …
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… have not worked. If you develop an infection caused by CPO, your doctor will give you specific antibiotics that work for … to prevent CPO from spreading to others in the home: Wash your hands often, especially after going to the bathroom, … cleaning agents are required Cover open draining wounds using a clean bandage People who live with a person with CPO …
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… enter the pool or hot tub. “If in doubt, stay out.” To make your hot tub or pool as safe and enjoyable as possible, … and stored in a locked location or out of the reach of children. Your local pool supplier may offer water testing … and decks clean. Always shower or bathe with soap before using a hot tub or pool. This helps keep the water free of …
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… always treat them as potentially infectious. If you prick yourself with a used needle, hold the affected limb down low … needles and syringes, straws and pipes Women who are breastfeeding and have been exposed to blood or body fluids should … you are prepared. How do I protect myself and others? Teach children to never touch used needles, syringes or condoms, …
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… or central nervous system. Some VOCs are suspected of causing cancer and some have been shown to cause cancer in … as containing low VOCs Do not allow smoking in or near your home. Second-hand smoke contains many pollutants, … will allow gases to be given off before you bring them into your home. If this is not possible, increase the ventilation …
