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… called a bloom will form. Cyanobacteria blooms are natural. However, some human activities (such as agriculture or a … more likely. What do cyanobacteria blooms look like and how long will they last? Image Not all blooms are easy to … from the water. Do not expose plants that are grown for food to water contaminated with cyanobacteria. The toxins …
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… Document Tigrina Document Ukrainian Document Vietnamese Keep your child safe. Get all vaccines on time. By getting … getting immunized because of a cold or other mild illness. However, if you have concerns speak with your health care … become sick through activities such as kissing, or sharing food, drinks, cigarettes, lipstick, water bottles, and mouth …
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… HealthLinkBC File #38e Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder . How much alcohol is risky? There is no known safe amount of … Regularly see your doctor, nurse, or midwife Eat healthy food Reduce or stop your use of cigarettes and other drugs … . How can I prepare for prenatal and health care visits? Some …
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… can have serious short term and long-term health effects. How does arsenic get into drinking water? Arsenic can get … milligrams per litre (mg/L). This level was set based on how feasible it is to treat water to this level. This amount … is only a concern if you use it for drinking or preparing food. Exposure through breathing and skin contact is not …
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… normally contain many good bacteria that help you digest food and stay healthy. When antibiotics are taken to treat … In some cases C. diff infection may cause no symptoms. However, it may also cause symptoms such as: Watery diarrhea … or colon). In rare cases, the infection can cause death. How is C. diff spread? C. diff bacteria and their spores are …
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… Guidelines for Canadian Drinking Water Quality for lead. However, under certain conditions, lead can leach into … issues. People may ingest lead from many sources, such as food, drinking water, soil, paint and dust. There is no … not easily absorb lead from water, exposure to lead from showering, bathing or cleaning is not a concern. For more …
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… skin rash and possible upper respiratory tract symptoms. How is the spongy moth population controlled in B.C.? The … of the Btk. Many of these ingredients are approved food-grade additives. No petroleum products are used. Foray … area, making the area size appear larger than it is; however, no spraying occurs outside of the delineated …
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… HealthLinkBC File #42 Radon in homes and other dwellings . How can I improve indoor air quality? For detailed … building materials in your home Biological contaminants: Keep the house clean and dust-free to reduce allergens such … on or open a nearby window for at least 30 minutes after showering or cooking If water damage occurs, repair the leak …
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… malaria as children will have some immunity to infection. However, this wears off a few years after moving away from … medication when visiting or returning to at risk areas.y How can I protect myself from malaria? If you travel to an … correctly. It is best to take the medication with food and plenty of water to reduce stomach upset. Taking …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese How do I know what my sexual health status is? Routine … with vaccines. Talk to your health care provider about how to get these vaccinations. How do I talk about … sex. Do not reuse condoms Store condoms at room temperature Keep condoms away from sharp objects, studs or piercings Use …
