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Immunization for health care workers in BC

… which is an inflammation of the brain. Encephalitis can lead to seizures, deafness or brain damage. Mumps: …
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Chickenpox varicella vaccine

… and bacterial infections of the skin. Encephalitis can lead to seizures, deafness or brain damage. About 1 in 3,000 …
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Toxic shock syndrome

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Food safety in child care facilities

… with germs causes foodborne illness, also known as food poisoning. Common symptoms include nausea, vomiting, …
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Cyanobacteria blooms blue-green algae

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Sun safety for children

… exposure to UV radiation can also affect the immune system, leading to greater risk of infections and reduced vaccine …
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Risks of alternative tobacco and nicotine products

… as cigarettes, at similarly high levels. Hookah smoking leads you to inhale more smoke compared to cigarettes. The …
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Indoor air quality

… soil. Over time, high levels of inhaled radon gas may lead to lung cancer. High levels of radon have been found in …
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Healthy Eating and Healthy Aging for Adults

… Sugary foods and drinks add calories to the diet, which can lead to weight gain and increase the risk of type 2 …
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Tetanus and diphtheria Td vaccine