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Particulate matter and outdoor air pollution

… they can remain in the air longer, get deeper into your lungs and may even get into your bloodstream. Fine particles … health impacts include: Worsening symptoms of pre-existing lung or heart conditions Increased health care use such as … impacts include: Increased risk of developing heart and lung diseases, diabetes and dementia Adverse birth outcomes …
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Tetanus immune globulin

… blood-borne infections through the use of TIg. Since blood screening and testing began, there have been no reports of …
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West Nile virus

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Outdoor air quality Sulphur dioxide SO2

… include: Constriction or tightening of the airways in the lungs Coughing Wheezing Shortness of breath Irritation of … your health. These particles penetrate deeply into the lungs. This can cause irritation and inflammation that can damage the lining of the lungs and affect other parts of the body. Particles can …
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Home isolation for Tuberculosis TB

… that can spread from person to person (TB disease in the lungs or throat), your health care provider may ask you to … the air when a person with untreated TB disease of the lungs, coughs, sneezes, sings or talks. TB usually affects the lungs but can also affect other parts of the body like …
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Role of Pets in Human Disease

… elderly People with weakened immune systems from HIV/AIDS, cancer treatment, steroid therapy or organ or bone marrow …
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Babys first foods

… 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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Wildfire Its effects on drinking water quality

… were used should be checked to ensure that it meets the Guidelines for Canadian Drinking Water Quality. People and … etc.) to ensure it meets the water quality standards in Guidelines for Canadian Drinking Water Quality. For more … -health/water-quality/drinking-water/canadian-drinking-water-guidelines.html For information on testing your private …
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Feeding your baby Sample meals for babies 6 to 12 months old

… 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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Rabies immune globulin and vaccine

… infections through the use of RabIg. Since blood screening and testing began, there have been no reports of …