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… . How can asbestos get into my drinking water? Asbestos may … While it is also possible that water droplets from the shower or humidifiers may contain asbestos fibres, exposure …
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… File #49a Water-borne Infections in British Columbia . How long has chlorine been used to disinfect water? Chlorine … Canada use chlorine disinfectants to treat drinking water. How is chlorine added to my drinking water? There are many … choice of water treatment experts. Current scientific data show that the benefits of chlorination are much greater than …
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… safe textures, when to introduce common food allergens, how much food to offer and more. Some of the food examples … growth and development, speak to your health care provider. How can I make sure my child gets all key nutrients? Be … formula: Before you start (#69a) Feeding your baby formula: Safely making and storing formula (#69b) Baby's first foods …
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… used by trans-masculine or non-binary parents to describe how they feed their baby from their bodies. Both … wide awake and to avoid distractions such as cell phones. How often should I feed my baby? Let your baby decide when … formula: Before you start (#69a) Feeding your baby formula: Safely making and storing formula (#69b) Baby's first foods …
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… and may need an emergency operation to help breathe. How is Hib infection spread? You can spread Hib infection by …
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… safe textures, when to introduce common food allergens, how much food to offer and more. Some of the food examples … nutrition facts table to see if vitamin D has been added. How can I make sure my child gets all key nutrients? Be … formula: Before you start (#69a) Feeding your baby formula: Safely making and storing formula (#69b) Baby's first foods …
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… their drinking water. Ask your doctor or nurse practioner how weak your immune system is, and whether you need to take extra precautions. How can drinking water become contaminated? Drinking water … more information about water-borne infections and how to safely disinfect your drinking water, see the following …
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… infected. It will often take 4 to 7 days to get better. How does shigellosis spread? Shigella bacteria can be found … Men who have sex with men are at higher risk of outbreaks. How can I prevent spreading shigellosis? Proper hygiene and … have contact with the anal area For more information on how you can reduce your chance of getting Shigella through …
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… infection, see HealthLinkBC File #25a Hepatitis B vaccine . How is a baby protected against hepatitis B at birth? When a … or unexpected reactions to your health care provider. How is hepatitis B spread? Hepatitis B is spread by contact …
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… Guidelines for Canadian Drinking Water Quality for lead. However, under certain conditions, lead can leach into … not easily absorb lead from water, exposure to lead from showering, bathing or cleaning is not a concern. For more … paint, see HealthLinkBC File #31 Lead Paint and Hazards . How can lead get into my drinking water? Lead was once …
