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… Asbestos: When should I worry? Last updated February 1, 2024 … but it can still exist in many older homes and buildings. You may find asbestos wrapped around older hot water pipes … and it is breaking or coming apart, do not disturb it. Tests show that removing asbestos from older buildings can …
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… HIV and HIV tests Last updated June 1, 2017 HealthLink BC File number … highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART) means that you can live a long life with HIV. Without treatment, HIV … Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS). AIDS occurs when a person’s immune system has been severely weakened by …
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… wells (those serving only 1 single family dwelling). If you do not know what type of well you are connected to … to drink. Chemical testing Chemical testing should be done when well construction is complete and continued annually. … determine if there is a problem with the water. What if the tests show possible contamination? If contamination is …
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… breast/chest feeding. Because of the risk of passing HIV to your baby, it is very important for you to get tested for … STIs, including HIV, before having sex without a condom. When should I get tested during pregnancy? Health experts in … . If you have had blood tests during your pregnancy, ask your health care provider …
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… Hearing tests for infants and children Last updated October 1, 2022 … about their world through all of the sounds around them. If your child cannot hear well, they will likely have trouble … hearing loss. There are no obvious signs that indicate when a baby is not hearing well. It is impossible to know …
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… caused by a germ (bacteria) that spreads through the air when a person with untreated TB disease of the lungs coughs, … reproductive organs. TB is curable. In British Columbia, you can get medicines to prevent or cure TB. The medicines … the sputum bottles, ask your health care provider. What tests will be done on my sputum? 2 tests will be done on …
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… Feeding your baby formula: Before you start Last updated October 30, … English Human milk (breast milk) is the only food a baby needs for the first 6 months of their life. It’s recommended … religious or cultural reasons Start to offer solid foods when your baby is around 6 months of age Continue offering …
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… Heart Healthy Eating for People with High Cholesterol Last … Vietnamese Cholesterol is a fatty substance found in your blood. There are two main types: HDL (high density … and canola oils instead of butter, lard or hard margarine when you cook Replace butter with olive oil and balsamic …
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… caused by a germ (bacteria) that spreads through the air when a person with untreated TB disease of the lungs coughs, … File #51a Tuberculosis (TB) . What is a TB skin test? You can use a TB Skin Test (TST) to look for TB infection. … go to school, work or volunteering, but you may need more tests to make sure you do not have TB disease A positive TST …
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… take to avoid botulism? To avoid botulism, use extreme care when canning at home. There are different methods of canning … vegetables, meats and seafood. The level of temperature needed to kill botulism bacteria for low-acid foods can only … lid and a pressure gauge. By cooking under pressure, you can increase the temperature of boiling water from 100°C …
