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… and to specific at-risk groups, such as sexual and household contacts of someone living with HBV and health care … and kissing Using the same dishes or cutlery or sharing meals Breastfeeding or chestfeeding, unless the nipples are … does hepatitis B virus affect people? Adults and children 5 years of age and over may have symptoms, which include …
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… people aged 65 and over 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 …
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… perspiration Positioning on forehead Exposure to cold or hot weather before temperature measurement Follow the … mouth method can be used for children who are older than 5 years of age. It is not recommended for children younger than 5 years of age, because it is hard for them to hold the …
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… The food being preserved must be rinsed clean using cold drinking water before canning. Use separate cutting … use all unopened canned or bottled foods within one year. For more information Home canning is perfectly safe … almost always come with instructions. If you have an older pressure canner and cannot find operating …
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… Pregnant women Developing babies Babies less than 6 months old The elderly Individuals with weakened immune systems … monitor your well water for nitrate at least once per year in the spring and/or fall, when concentrations are the …
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… virus infection? There are very few new HBV infections each year due to B.C.’s routine infant, school-age and high-risk … during delivery HBV is not spread by: Kissing, hugging or holding hands Using the same dishes or cutlery or sharing meals with someone with HBV infection Coughing or sneezing …
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… While the public’s exposure to lead has decreased over the years, lead can still be a problem. It is important to be … contain dust. Remove all drapes, rugs, furniture, and household items from the area. Cover objects that cannot be moved, …
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… to 4.9 Pumpkin seeds/kernels, roasted 60 mL (1/4 cup) 4.7 Cold cereal with added iron 30 g 4.5 Blackstrap molasses 15 … and Your Health (#68f) Fibre and Your Health (#68h) Healthy snacks for adults (#68i) Healthy Eating and Healthy Aging …
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… in the rectum Weakening of the muscles and ligaments that hold the rectum in place Blockage of stool in the large … help keep your bowel movements regular. Fibre-rich foods hold liquid in your stools to keep them soft. Aim to drink … and Your Health (#68f) Fibre and Your Health (#68h) Healthy snacks for adults (#68i) Healthy Eating and Healthy Aging …
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… Immunization has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the shingles … shingles vaccine? Shingrix® is recommended for adults 50 years of age and older. This includes if you: Have had shingles Received a …
