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Getting rid of rodents rats and mice

… the: House mouse Norway rat Black rat (roof rat) What harm can rodents cause? Rats and mice can cause significant … result in unpleasant odors. Poisons can also accidentally harm pets, wild animals, or even children. If after taking …

Risks of alternative tobacco and nicotine products

… and nicotine use altogether. How can I reduce the health harms associated with tobacco or nicotine use? Quitting is … For more information, talk to your health care provider, pharmacist or visit the QuitNow website . If you smoke and … Current evidence shows that vaping poses less health harms compared to smoking cigarettes. It can reduce the …

Preventing abuse and neglect of older adults

… security. Older adults can experience different kinds of harm from people they rely on or trust. Abuse of older … problems or stresses, they might be at greater risk of harming or neglecting others. These factors may increase the … effects of abuse and neglect? Abuse and neglect can have harmful long-term effects on the health and well-being of …

Pregnancy and alcohol use

… system develop all throughout pregnancy. Which drinks are harmful? There is no safe kind of alcohol to drink during … including beer, wine, spirits, coolers and ciders can harm the fetus. Drinking more than 3 standard drinks at one … and regular drinking in pregnancy (everyday) are most harmful. What if I drank alcohol before I knew I was …

Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder

… . It is not known how much alcohol it takes to cause harm. Your baby's brain and nervous system develop … including beer, wine, hard liquor, coolers and ciders, can harm your baby. Binge drinking, that is, drinking more than … time, and drinking throughout your pregnancy, are the most harmful to your baby. Visit the Canadian Low-Risk Alcohol …

Your babys immune system and vaccines

… sick. From birth, the immune system protects your baby from harmful germs. Your baby’s immune system is made of organs … are antibodies and memory cells. Antibodies help kill harmful germs. Memory cells help the immune system respond … After vaccines are given, memory cells will protect against harmful germs for a long time. For example, after your child …

Hearing loss in children

… and sporting events, and by keeping children away from harmful substances such as cigarette smoke. For more information on how second-hand smoke can harm babies and children, see HealthLinkBC File #30a The harmful effects of second-hand tobacco smoke and vapour . …

Abuse and neglect of older adults Understanding gender differences

… and safety. Older adults can experience different kinds of harm from people they rely on or trust. Abuse of older … or close friends Although older adults may experience harm from strangers, this is much less common, except for … the help they need. What should I do if I see a crime of harmful situation? Call the Seniors Abuse Info Line (SAIL) …

Childhood vaccines What is in the vaccines and why

… it is removed. Any tiny amount left in the vaccine will not harm your child. Other ingredients – Sugars, amino acids, … link between the use of vaccines containing thimerosal and harm to children. These studies are posted at the Institute …

Cyanobacteria blooms blue-green algae

… contact your local health authority. Are cyanobacteria harmful? Cyanobacteria can produce several types of toxins … exposed to cyanobacteria? Cyanobacteria toxins can harm pets and livestock if they come into contact with …