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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese How do I know what my sexual health status is? Routine … the chances of passing the STI on to your partner(s) You are less likely to develop complications like pelvic … your knees apart or standing with one foot raised on a stool Squeeze the small ring between the thumb and middle …
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… improve the quality of the air you breathe indoors. What are the major indoor pollutants? Biological contaminants can … Indoor air quality: Combustion by-products Wildfires and your health (health feature) HealthLinkBC File #30a The … HealthLinkBC File #42 Radon in homes and other dwellings . How can I improve indoor air quality? For detailed …
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… BC File number 65d Download PDF Document English What are volatile organic compounds (VOCs)? Volatile organic … be released from products during use and even in storage. However, the amounts of VOCs emitted from products tend to … as containing low VOCs Do not allow smoking in or near your home. Second-hand smoke contains many pollutants, …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What are Carbapenemase-producing organisms (CPO)? … have not worked. If you develop an infection caused by CPO, your doctor will give you specific antibiotics that work for these bacteria. How is CPO spread? CPO are normally found in the gut. The …
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… in the air. Air quality can vary greatly from one area or community to the next and from one hour to the next. … “high” or “very high”. The AQHI provides advice on how to minimize health risks. To check the current and AQHI … because they can remain in the air longer, get deeper into your lungs and may even get into your bloodstream. Fine …
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… Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What insects are being treated? British Columbia’s (B.C.) forests are … to people who live or work outdoors in affected areas. How are these moth populations controlled in B.C.? Many … by health care providers. If you feel concerned, speak to your health care provider. If you wish to avoid contact with …
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… can have serious short term and long-term health effects. How does arsenic get into drinking water? Arsenic can get … mining and industrial processes. In B.C., natural minerals are the most common sources of arsenic in drinking water. … in drinking water over years or decades can increase your risk of developing certain cancers, including: Skin …
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… BC File number 65b Download PDF Document English What are biological contaminants? Biological contaminants are … without proper ventilation may also help mould grow. How do I know if my home has moulds? Look for discoloration … earth, cover it with plastic If there is high humidity in your home that cannot otherwise be controlled, use a …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What are the health concerns of hot tub and pool use? Hot tubs … severe skin rashes, eye and ear infections, and pneumonia. How can I make sure the water is safe? If you are unsure of … enter the pool or hot tub. “If in doubt, stay out.” To make your hot tub or pool as safe and enjoyable as possible, …
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… radon gas becomes diluted with air and poses little risk. However, radon gas can build up inside homes and other buildings and pose a hazard to your health. Radon primarily enters buildings through the … lung cancer. About 16% of lung cancer deaths in Canada are due to indoor radon exposure. Radon is the leading cause …
