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… infants Pack comfortable, loose fitting clothes, including long sleeve shirts, pants, closed-toe walking shoes, … or cramping Vomiting, diarrhea or dehydration that lasts a long time Fever Severe headache, visual problems, or pink …
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… with someone with untreated TB disease of the lungs for a long period of time and needs to breathe in TB germs for … of the lungs include cough (dry or wet) for 2 weeks or longer, sputum, chest pain and shortness of breath. Sputum … people. A combination of pills is used for 6 months or longer. It is important to take all the pills you received, …
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… in some automobile headlights. These objects are safe as long as the mercury stays contained. They only pose health … depends on how much mercury vapour you inhale, and for how long. When you inhale large amounts of mercury vapour over a … is unlikely to cause symptoms. However, when inhaled over a longer period of time, it will affect your nervous system, …
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… teeth depends on how much sugar goes into the mouth and how long it stays in the mouth. When your child eats or drinks … liquid stays in the mouth, bathing the teeth in sugar for a long time. Transferring bacteria from your mouth to your … teeth and mouth every day. Lift the lip so you can see along the gum line when cleaning. Look for white or brown …
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… as cigarettes. There is a lot we do not know about the long-term health risks of vaping. If you choose to vape: Buy … vapour from an e-cigarette might be harmful. The long-term health risks are still being studied. Ensure you …
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… Lead-based paint does not present a health hazard as long as the paint is not chipping, flaking, crushed or … lead-based paint alone is safer than removing it, as long as it is not chipping or within the reach of children. …
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… such as bacteria and viruses. Rabies vaccine provides long lasting protection against infection from the rabies … with the rabies virus. The rabies vaccine provides long lasting protection against infection. What are the …
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… against hepatitis B virus. The hepatitis B vaccine provides long lasting protection by helping your body make its own … seconds. Waterless alcohol-based hand rinses can be used as long as hands are not heavily soiled. Wash your hands before …
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… Children and teenagers required to take Aspirin® or ASA for long periods of time due to a medical condition Children and … and others working in health care settings, including long-term care facilities, who have contact with patients …
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… are high. Exposure to indoor heat over 31°C for long periods can be dangerous. Extreme heat may raise the … is safe for most people Indoor temperatures over 31°C for long periods can be dangerous Get a digital room thermometer … cooling yourself down right away. If your symptoms last longer than 1 hour, change, worsen or cause you concern, …
