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… before you leave. A long period of time is over 1 month during high risk season from July to October, or over 6 months during the rest of the year. What are the benefits of the … of those will die or have permanent brain damage. Infection during the first 6 months of pregnancy may result in …
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… Examples include straws, pipes, spoons, cookers and needles During pregnancy to a baby before or during delivery HBV is not spread by: Kissing, hugging or … as straws, pipes, spoons, cookers and needles Use a condom during sexual activity Do not donate your blood, semen, body …
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… than in the fall. This prevents leaving solids in the tank during the cold winter months Do not scrub a septic tank … generous layer of straw or strips of rigid Styrofoam board during winter months. Insulate the septic tank and pipe … 2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/health/about-bc-s-health-care-system/partners/health-authorities/regional-health-authorities . … …
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… altitude increases Once the right pressure level is reached during cooking, it must be kept constant throughout the … food that: Appears to be spoiled Foams Develops a bad smell during cooking Has a bulging container lid or is leaching … safety. Wash hands with soapy water for at least 20 seconds during all stages of canning. Use only good quality produce …
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… Most people can get sick with influenza several times during their lives. An influenza vaccine is the best … that health experts think will likely cause influenza during the current influenza season. The vaccines do not … not known if the live attenuated influenza vaccine is safe during pregnancy. As a precaution, people who are pregnant, …
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… infection that causes diarrhea Wash your hands before, during and after preparing food Thoroughly cook all foods … Keep hot foods hot and cold foods cold Wash hands before, during and after food preparation Keep a clean kitchen …
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… to other people in their families. Giardia can also spread during sexual activity when there is contact with feces. … food or drinks prepared with untreated water, especially during international travel Use safe sex practices and try to avoid contact with feces during sexual activity How can Giardia cysts be removed from …
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… These tips will help protect you and your family’s health during renovations. Depending on the difficulty of the work … is a chance your home will be contaminated with lead dust during renovations, move toddlers, preschool children, and … 2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/health/about-bc-s-health-care-system/partners/health-authorities/regional-health-authorities or …
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… coordination for grasping, holding and throwing things. During the preschool years, children further develop vision … entry, to ensure any vision issues are addressed during this important time of visual development. Should …
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… animals including cattle, goats, sheep, deer and elk. During the butchering process, E. coli sometimes gets onto … of 63°C (145°F). If cooking steaks, turn at least twice during cooking Cook ground meat, such as hamburger patties, …