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Calcium and your health

… is one of the building blocks of strong bones and teeth. Getting enough calcium early in life helps build strong … It also helps muscles, nerves and hormones work properly. How much calcium do I need each day? Recommended amounts of … daily, it may be hard to meet your needs. What affects how much calcium is absorbed? Many factors affect how much …

Reye syndrome

… causes swelling of the liver and brain, and can be fatal. How can I prevent reye syndrome? The use of acetylsalicylic … Loss of consciousness Reye syndrome occurs 3 to 7 days after the beginning of a viral infection. It can also occur …

Travel immunizations for adults

… with you on your trip. Which immunizations do I need to get if I am planning to travel? The immunizations you need depend on where you are going, how long you are staying and how you will be travelling. Make sure you are up to date …

The harmful effects of second-hand tobacco smoke and vapour

… reduce the risks, such as by making your home smoke-free. How harmful is second-hand tobacco smoke? Second-hand … risk-free level of exposure to second-hand smoke or vapour. How does second-hand smoke harm your health? Regular … harm babies and children? Children are at higher risk of getting sick from second-hand smoke because their lungs and …

Cyclospora infection cyclosporiasis

… illness. A person can be infected and have no symptoms. How is cyclosporiasis spread? The disease is spread through … fresh produce. High-risk foods include leafy green vegetables, fresh peas, fresh herbs and berries. Produce may … prevent cyclosporiasis? Wash your hands before, during and after preparing food Wash fruits and vegetables as …

Outdoor air quality Sulphur dioxide SO2

… HealthLink BC File number 65f Download PDF Document English How is air quality determined? Air quality is determined by … air Weather conditions, such as wind, temperature and rainfall Natural geographical features such as mountains or bodies of water. For example, air pollution can get trapped in mountain valleys, especially when …

Influenza flu immunization Myths and facts

… the common cold or stomach flu, which can cause confusion. However, the influenza virus causes a respiratory illness … Myth: I have never had influenza, so I do not need to get an influenza vaccine. Fact: Symptoms of influenza can … before being immunized. People with egg allergies can be safely immunized with an influenza vaccine. Myth: The …

Managing constipation with diet adults

… Not eating enough fibre Not drinking enough fluids Not getting enough physical activity Use of medications such as … rectum in place Blockage of stool in the large intestine How can my diet help with constipation? Fibre and fluids … packaged food, read the Nutrition Facts table to find out how much fibre it contains. Look for foods with a percent …

Managing eating chewing and swallowing difficulties in care facilities

… (dysphagia) can increase the risk of food or other items getting stuck in the upper airway (causing choking) or … to wheeze, have trouble breathing, or have a hoarse voice after eating or drinking. It can also lead to pneumonia. … blueish skin Loss of consciousness People may not always show signs of choking or aspiration when food or liquid …

Childhood vaccines What is in the vaccines and why

… a vaccine contaminated with bacteria or fungi, they could get sick. A large number of studies have shown no link between the use of vaccines containing … (MMR and MMRV vaccines). Children with egg allergies can be safely immunized with these vaccines. For more information …