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… be passed on through the use of Ig. However, since blood screening and testing began, there have been no reports of … sensitive to light. It can lead to infections of the ear or lungs (pneumonia). More serious complications, occurring in …
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… foods or objects get stuck in the voice box, vocal chords, lungs or esophagus. What do I do if a child chokes? If a … foods for babies and toddlers (#69i) Vegan feeding guidelines for babies and toddlers (#69j) Vegetarian feeding guidelines for babies and toddlers (#69k) Breastfeeding or …
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… that spreads through the air. TB usually affects the lungs but can also affect other parts of the body like … through the air when someone who is sick with TB in the lungs coughs, sneezes, sings or talks. A person must be in … provider if you have HIV infection, chronic kidney disease, cancer, diabetes or have a weak immune system due to …
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… baby Heal after giving birth Decrease your risk of breast cancer, ovarian cancer and diabetes When can I start … foods for babies and toddlers (#69i) Vegan feeding guidelines for babies and toddlers (#69j) Vegetarian feeding guidelines for babies and toddlers (#69k) Breastfeeding or …
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… The maximum acceptable concentration (MAC) in the Canadian Guidelines for Drinking Water Quality is 1.5 mg/L. Whether … They found no connection between fluoridation and cancer. There is no evidence that suggests exposure to …
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… be passed on through the use of HBIg. However, since blood screening and testing began, there have been no reports of … Hepatitis B is also one of the main causes of liver cancer, which can be fatal. The hepatitis B virus is spread …
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… the air that can be inhaled. Exposure to asbestos can cause lung cancer. For more information, visit HealthLinkBC File #32 … Over time, high levels of inhaled radon gas may lead to lung cancer. High levels of radon have been found in parts …
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… infected. People who get sick may develop a rare blood cancer called adult T-cell leukemia/lymphoma (ATLL), or have … Blood Services (formerly Canadian Red Cross) has been screening all blood donations for HTLV-1 since April 1990 …
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… can cause sunburns, heat stroke/heat exhaustion, skin cancers, cataracts and other eye diseases. During the warm … of us have soaked up more than enough UV rays to cause skin cancer. By protecting children from sunburns and too much … sunglasses have improved, and most brands are effective at screening or reflecting ultraviolet rays. Look for …
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… dioxide (NO2): May irritate your eyes, nose, throat and lungs and cause shortness of breath If you have a … May irritate your eyes, nose and throat May lodge in the lungs, causing irritation or damage to lung tissue May cause … to heart problems Some combustion particles may contain cancer-causing substances Carbon dioxide (CO2): May cause …
