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… Particulate matter and outdoor air pollution Last updated December 12, 2024 HealthLink BC File …
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… Outdoor air quality: Sulphur dioxide (SO2) Last updated December 12, … such as mountains or bodies of water. For example, air pollution can get trapped in mountain valleys, especially … odour like the smell of a struck match. When released into outdoor air, sulphur dioxide can react with other pollutants …
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… Indoor air quality Last updated October 30, 2024 HealthLink BC File … get worse. Poor indoor air quality is caused by indoor air pollution, especially when ventilation is limited. Knowing … dangerous Improve ventilation: Increase the amount of outdoor air coming indoors by keeping your home well …
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… Indoor air quality: Combustion by-products Last updated December … Make sure enough fresh air gets into your home from the outdoors, especially when using combustion appliances. You can check the outdoor air quality in your area before opening windows. …
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… Indoor air quality: Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) Last updated … given off by many indoor sources. They contribute to air pollution within enclosed spaces. Concentrations of most VOCs are higher in indoor air than outdoor air. These gases at high levels can impact both …
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… Indoor air quality: Mould and other biological contaminants Last … moulds? Moulds are fungi, naturally found both indoors and outdoors. Except for yeasts, which reproduce by budding, moulds spread by releasing tiny spores into the air. What are some health problems caused by moulds and …
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… it on the plane if they have their own seat Can I travel by air with my baby? Do not travel by air with a premature infant (baby) or infant younger than 7 … netting over infant carriers. If you are taking part in outdoor activities between dusk and dawn, wear long sleeves …
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… Pertussis, or whooping cough, is a serious infection of the airways caused by pertussis bacteria (germs). People of any … humidity worsens the cough, avoid it. Dry, hot, or polluted air may worsen coughing. For more information on …
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… tub or sauna and heat from direct warmth or sunlight in the outdoors. Heat-related illness occurs when your body is … illness occurs indoors, in environments without air conditioning. When it is hot outside for several days, … illnesses can also occur in your workplace if you work outdoors or in a hot enclosed environment. Examples include: …
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… cool indoor environment. Heat can build up indoors when the outdoor temperatures are high. Exposure to indoor heat over … to prevent heat-related illness? Keep cool inside Turn on air conditioning (AC) if you have it. A temperature of less … when your home is getting too hot If you do not have an air-conditioned space in your home, consider staying with …
