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… asbestos in drinking water? BC references Health Canada's Guidelines for Canadian Drinking Water Quality as the … to see if there is reason to change position or to create guidelines and will continue to monitor for new evidence … water www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/publications/healthy-living/asbestos-drinking-water-infographic-2021.html …
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… bacteria are found on the skin or in the nose and throat of healthy people. Many people carry these bacteria but don’t … to disease or medical treatment Chronic diseases such as heart, lung or liver disease, complications from alcoholism …
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… Most infected people do not show any symptoms. A healthy person’s immune system usually prevents the parasite … the infection. Treatment may be required if the eyes or heart is affected or if the infection occurs in people who …
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… online course: www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/health/keeping-bc-healthy-safe/food-safety/food-safety-courses . FOODSAFE … fees vary: www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/health/keeping-bc-healthy-safe/food-safety/food-safety-courses . For More …
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… from harmful germs without getting the disease. Like healthy food and clean water, vaccines help keep your child healthy. All vaccines used in B.C. are approved by Health …
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… vaccines are a safe and effective way to help people stay healthy, prevent illness and even save lives. As people age, … can also lead to more complications for people who have heart, lung or other health conditions. These complications …
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… to stay hydrated. What causes heat-related illness? A healthy human body maintains a temperature of about 37°C … urine production or urine that is very dark Increasing heart rate and rapid, shallow breathing Fever, particularly … People who have chronic illnesses such as diabetes, heart disease, or respiratory disease People who have mental …
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… eat when I’m lactating? You do not need to follow a special diet to support lactation. Enjoy regular meals and snacks … or are at risk of low vitamin B12 levels. Discuss with a dietitian or your health care provider if you have questions … foods for babies and toddlers (#69i) Vegan feeding guidelines for babies and toddlers (#69j) Vegetarian feeding …
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… infants and very young children, people who have lung or heart diseases, certain chronic health conditions or weakened immune systems are at much greater risk. Healthy pregnant women in the second half of their pregnancy …
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… Babies should always be placed on their backs to sleep. Healthy babies and newborns do not choke or have any … ‘tummy time’ (lying on his or her stomach) is needed for healthy development. This also prevents temporary flat spots …
