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… can impact arteries and blood vessels, which can increase heart rate and blood pressure Respiratory health: vaping can …
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… You should not drink water in the wilderness without treating it first. Parasites and bacteria found in surface … and rivers can contaminate the water you use for drinking, eating and recreation. Untreated water in the wilderness can … and safety can also be affected by people practicing unhealthy backcountry hygiene. If proper toilets are not …
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… by keeping in touch, sharing old traditions and creating new ones. Focus on and cultivate activities that have …
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… result in very severe breathing problems. It can also cause heart failure and paralysis. About 1 in 10 people who get …
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… in very serious breathing problems. It can also cause heart failure and paralysis. About 1 in 10 people who get …
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… include headache, trouble swallowing, seizures, fever and sweating, high blood pressure and fast heart rate. Up to 1 in 5 people who get tetanus may die. …
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… steps: If possible, keep the wounded area lower than your heart to promote bleeding Wash the area well with soap and …
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… Whenever you disturb surfaces with lead paint, you risk creating hazardous lead dust even if the lead paint is covered … house, remove children and pets and seal the area and all heating vents. Protect the entrance to the working area with … dust. Do not spread the dust around Turn off forced air heating and air conditioning systems and cover vents with …
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… preparing food and after handling uncooked foods Before eating or smoking Before breastfeeding Before and after …
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… if your child: Has a fever for more than 3 days Is not eating or drinking well Is lethargic (low energy), …
