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Caffeinated energy drinks

… Too much caffeine can: Disrupt sleep and impact mental and physical health Cause increased heart rate and blood … drinks are not needed for most children and teens who are physically active. Water is the best source of hydration. …
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Elementary school age children and their vision

… lack of concentration Lack of coordination or clumsiness in physical activities How can I help to prevent eye injuries …
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Heart Healthy Eating for People with High Cholesterol

… of heart disease? Reach and maintain your best weight Be physically active Quit smoking Get enough sleep According to … Healthy Weights: https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/healthy-eating-physical-activity/healthy-weights Call 8-1-1 to speak to a HealthLink …
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Health Risks in the Wilderness

… should be aware of certain health risks. Prepare for the activity you are doing and where you are going. Always use … lost. How can I prepare for the wilderness? Whether your activity is during the summer or winter, on land or water, … moderate pressure for at least 15 minutes. Report direct physical contact with a bat to your health care provider or …
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Residential hot tubs and pools Health and safety tips

… do not regulate temperature well and overheat too quickly. Physical hazards Pool and hot tub users are always at risk …
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Variant Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease vCJD

… images using MRI scans Recordings of the brain’s electrical activity using EEG Tonsil biopsy The diagnosis can only be … for vCJD. Treatment involves supporting the patient with physical and occupational therapies. A person with vCJD …
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Your childs feelings

… a routine that works for your child Have healthy snacks, physical activity and periods of rest each day Try to spend some time … to solve problems by talking, instead of by aggression or physical force. In clear, simple language, talk about …
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Financial abuse of older adults

… abuse tend to be alone, socially isolated and either physically or emotionally unwell. For information about how … situation can become worse over time and sometimes lead to physical abuse. Financial abuse can take away or limit …
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Well water testing

… does indicate: The well may require improved sanitation or physical upgrades The well may be subject to surface … chemicals Chemicals found in well water can come from human activity and natural sources. Most naturally occurring …
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Healthy Eating to Lower High Blood Pressure