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… hands after can pass the bacteria on to others through food preparation or hand-to-mouth contact. Untreated water that … can also be a source of disease when it is used for food preparation, drinking, swimming or other activities where it … visit HealthLinkBC File #85 Hand washing: Help stop the spread of germs . How do I prevent traveller's diarrhea? An …
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… heat can be harmful to anyone's health, but people who are pregnant or had a baby within the past 6 weeks may be at a … a cool indoor environment. Weight normally gained during a pregnancy can make it harder for the body to maintain a safe … can be dangerous. Extreme heat may raise the risk of pregnancy related complications. If it gets very hot in your …
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… include: Your health history, such as if you smoke or have pre-existing lung diseases How much asbestos was in the air … and the number of asbestos fibres in the air if proper precautions are not followed. Keep people and pets away, and …
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… Pregnancy and dental health Last updated July 1, 2021 … Spanish Document Vietnamese Why is dental health during pregnancy important? It is important to take care of your teeth and gums during pregnancy for the following reasons: Hormonal changes during …
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… Short-term health impacts include: Worsening symptoms of pre-existing lung or heart conditions Increased health care use such as emergency room visits and hospital stays Premature (early) death, particularly among people who have … chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) People who are pregnant and their unborn children How can I protect my …
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… greater risk of illness when higher levels of arsenic are present. Long-term exposure to even relatively low amounts … level considered minor. For this reason, consider taking precautions with your drinking water even if the arsenic … has no odour or taste. Only a chemical test can detect the presence of arsenic. Most private wells do not have routine …
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… Malaria prevention Last updated December 28, 2022 HealthLink BC File … medications are recommended, you will receive a prescription. Some anti-malaria medication should be started … Make sure you are aware of the possible side effects of the prescribed anti-malaria medication and know know how to take …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Prepare for your child's vaccines Vaccines or shots may … experience for both you and your child. Tip #1: Prepare your child before the visit All ages: Children are … Toddlers and young children: In general, toddlers and pre-school age children over 2 years of age should be …
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… smartphones through the WeatherCAN app for any/all of the pre-selected locations. For more information For more … ces/emergency-preparedness-response-recovery/embc/preparedbc/preparedbc-guides/preparedbc_extreme_heat_guide.pdf For more information on …
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… symptoms include difficulty breathing or a drop in blood pressure. Symptoms of anaphylaxis can include any of the … trouble swallowing Heart : signs of a drop in blood pressure like weak pulse, feeling faint, dizzy or … child if it is given unnecessarily. Epinephrine comes in a pre-loaded syringe called an auto-injector. Epinephrine …
