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Cyanobacteria blooms blue-green algae

… more likely. What do cyanobacteria blooms look like and how long will they last? Image Not all blooms are easy to see. …

Insect repellents and DEET

… of DEET are not more effective, but they will last longer. The most effective insect repellents that protect … mosquito bites contain DEET. DEET repels mosquitos for a longer time than it does ticks. To get protection against … sparingly and not be applied to the face and hands. Prolonged use should be avoided Children 2 to 12 years of age . …

Healthy eating guidelines for people taking warfarin anticoagulants Coumadin®

… their vitamin K content. You can eat any of these foods as long as the total amount (mcg) of vitamin K you eat is about …

Radon in homes and other dwellings

… my health and what is my risk? Exposure to radon over the long-term can cause lung cancer. About 16% of lung cancer … decay per second. Indoors, radon can be measured using both long-term (3 months to a year) and short-term (2 to 7 days) tests. Long-term testing is recommended to provide an accurate …

Getting rid of rodents rats and mice

… rodents. Mouse droppings are approximately 6 mm (1/4 inch) long and oval shaped. Roof rat droppings are about 13 mm (1/2 inch) long with pointed ends and Norway rat droppings are about 19mm (3/4 inch) long with blunt ends. The best way to get rid of rats or …

Wildfire Its effects on drinking water quality

… notes: Fire retardants/suppressants . What are the long-term impacts to my water quality? It is hard to predict the long-term impacts of wildfires on drinking water quality. For some communities, problems may appear long after the wildfire is over (i.e. during intense …

Rabies

… before rabies symptoms start in humans but can be much longer. If you wait until the symptoms appear, it is usually … public health unit or health care provider, no matter how long since you were exposed. They will assess if you need … and windows in the area Put on a hat, leather gloves, a long-sleeved jacket and pants Without touching the bat, use …

Manganese in drinking water

… manganese in drinking water a health concern before? For a long time, manganese was only considered a nuisance in … levels or find other sources of drinking water over the long term. Your health authority and water supplier can give … would be constantly exposed to high levels of manganese for long periods of time. Therefore, there are built-in …

Hand washing Help stop the spread of germs

… to create lather (to help children wash their hands long enough, sing the ABC song) Rinse hands well under warm … they are dry. This is an easy way to clean your hands as long as they are not visibly dirty. How should I wash my …

Travelling with children

… you are going, what you plan to do while you are there, how long you are staying, and the age of your child. Carry a … administered after the child is 12 months old. This ensures long-lasting immunity. Infants and young children should not … part in outdoor activities between dusk and dawn, wear long sleeves and pants, and use insect repellant on all …