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… Particulate matter and outdoor air pollution Last updated December 12, 2024 … pollution. What causes particle pollution? Major sources of outdoor PM in B.C. include: Wildfire smoke Wood smoke from … pollution? Reduce exposure during pollution events When outdoor air quality is poor, it is important to take action …
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… Your child and play from birth to 3 years Last updated November 1, 2021 … Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Play is a very important part of healthy development. … As they get older, babies like to play and move around outdoors. To support their development, play with your baby …
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Outdoor air quality: Sulphur dioxide (SO2) Last updated … odour like the smell of a struck match. When released into outdoor air, sulphur dioxide can react with other pollutants … please visit HealthLinkBC File #65e Particulate matter and outdoor air pollution . What are the sources of sulphur …
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… be burned by touching hot surfaces such as the pavement, outdoor metal slides or car doors. Research has shown that … can also cause premature aging and damage to skin. Given outdoor play, much of our exposure to UV rays occurs before we are …
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… the toilet Blow their nose Cough or sneeze into their hands Play outdoors Play with pets or animals It is important to help young …
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… children anything to eat or drink while they are walking, playing, or sitting in a moving car, bus or stroller If a … food and trying to catch it in their mouth How can I make play safer for a child? Teach the child not to put small … pins, needles, nails, screws or tacks Check the child's play area often for choking hazards and quickly remove them …
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… learning to talk and learning to read. Hearing also plays an important role in a child’s social and emotional … very safe and it will not hurt your baby. Soft sounds are played into your baby's ears, while a computer measures the … to turn to sounds using toys that light up Conditioned Play Audiometry This test is mostly used for children 2 to …
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… whenever possible Place young children in a highchair or play pen while you are cooking Teach older children that the kitchen is a NO PLAY ZONE Share safety tips with those who are caring for …
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… option. If you choose to vape, ensure that you do so only outdoors and avoid exposing others to second-hand aerosol. … cravings and withdrawal, whether it’s going for a walk, playing a game on your phone, or talking to a friend Seek …
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… that does not go away, sneezing, weight loss or diarrhea Outdoor cats can become infected with Toxoplasma from eating infected birds or rodents. If you have an outdoor cat, place a bell on the collar or give them a … during gardening and wash your hands after gardening or playing in the sand box For more information For more …