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… or septic systems, if built or maintained improperly, could lead to increased nitrates and fertilizers seeping into soil … illnesses, including diarrhea and nausea, and may even lead to death. Babies, children, elderly or people with … are: nitrates, fluoride and metals such as arsenic, lead, copper and manganese. Nitrates High levels of nitrates …
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… use and drug policy, including blood borne infections, drug poisoning (overdose), criminalization, and stigma. Harm … kits. The kits include medication to reverse an opioid poisoning. This helps prevent brain injury and death … prevention services. These services help prevent drug poisoning (overdose) deaths. They can also connect people to …
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… of the melanin in your skin). Repeated exposure to UVA can lead to premature skin aging, such as wrinkles, age spots, and sagging. It can also lead to some skin cancers. UVB is more harmful than UVA. It … contribute to premature aging of your eye lenses. This can lead to clouding (cataracts), non-cancerous growths of …
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… who live in the community fall each year. Falls are the leading cause of injury-related deaths and hospitalizations … for adults aged 65 years and older in B.C. Falls can lead to fractures (for example, broken hip or broken ankle), … the more likely it is that they will have a severe fall leading to injuries. You can use the Staying Independent …
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… have a hoarse voice after eating or drinking. It can also lead to pneumonia. Over time, eating, chewing and swallowing difficulties can lead to malnutrition, dehydration and constipation. They can … We call this silent aspiration. Silent aspiration could lead to other health problems such as pneumonia. Signs …
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… called "pregnancy gingivitis" or gum disease Gingivitis can lead to more serious periodontal (gum and bone) disease. … provided during pregnancy. If x-rays are required, the lead apron used at the dental office will protect you and …
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… can be passed to a baby's eyes during childbirth. This may lead to blindness if the baby is not treated. Gonorrhea … causes no lasting concerns. Untreated gonorrhea can lead to complications as the infection spreads to other … may include an infection in the testicles, which can lead to infertility. In both men and women, if left …
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… infection to you baby's eyes during childbirth. This may lead to blindness if the baby is not treated. If you have … causes no lasting concerns. Untreated chlamydia can lead to complications as the infection spreads to other … may include an infection in the testicles, which can lead to infertility. What is the treatment? Chlamydia is …
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… red, inflamed eyes that can be sensitive to light. It can lead to infections of the ear or lungs (pneumonia). More … encephalitis, an inflammation of the brain. This can lead to seizures, deafness or permanent brain damage. About … and bacterial infections of the skin. Encephalitis can lead to seizures, deafness or brain damage. About 1 in 3,000 …
