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… Health Risks in the Wilderness Last updated July 1, 2023 HealthLink … in the wilderness, you should be aware of certain health risks. Prepare for the activity you are doing and where you … activities and recreation: www.bcparks.ca . Image … Health Risks in the Wilderness …
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… Risks of alternative tobacco and nicotine products Last … No. All tobacco and nicotine products carry health risks and are highly addictive. The best thing you can do … use? Quitting is the only way to avoid potential health risks from tobacco and nicotine. B.C. offers several free …
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… fruit/vegetable juices and ciders: A potential health risk Last updated August 21, 2024 HealthLink BC File number … and consumed by the best before date. What is the risk? Unpasteurized apple and orange juices have been linked … causes long term diarrhea Who is at greatest risk? People at higher risk of getting sick are: Young …
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… can cause further frailty (weakness). This increases the risk. What factors increase the risks of falls? Health factors: … One or more chronic and acute illnesses: for example, osteoporosis, the effects of a stroke, Parkinson’s disease, …
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… by asbestos? Most of the time asbestos poses very little risk to your health. It is only a risk if you breathe in asbestos fibers that are released … cancer of the lining of the body cavity) What are the risk factors for asbestos exposure? Many factors influence how …
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… who are naturally curious and like to explore, are at high risk of burns and scalds. The most common cause of burns and … hot tap water, and hot surfaces. Why are young children at risk? Young children are increasingly curious and mobile as … the risk of burns in young children? Personal risk factors: Age: Younger children (0-4 years) are at higher …
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… Vitamin D helps your body absorb calcium and reduces the risk of osteoporosis. What are the risks of drinking raw milk? According to a US Centre for …
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… artificial heart valves who get Q fever are at an increased risk of endocarditis, an inflammation of the heart. People … cases, antibiotics are used to treat Q fever. Who is at risk for Q fever? Q fever bacteria may be present in farming … and laboratories housing infected animals. People at higher risk for Q fever include: Farmers, ranchers and farm workers …
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… sponge, it should be removed as soon as possible. Who is at risk of TSS? TSS from a staph infection can affect anyone; however, some people are at greater risk of TSS than others. Risk factors for TSS include: Past history of SA toxic shock …
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… viruses present. However, there is an extremely small risk of passing some blood-borne infections through the use … was given. Some immune globulins may be associated with a risk of thrombosis (blood clots) within 24 hours of … of age and older With a history of thrombosis With risk factors for thrombosis Acetaminophen (e.g. Tylenol®) or …
