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… you how to buy gear pre-treated with permethrin before or during your trip Most mosquito bites happen between dusk and … and prompt treatment, which can also prevent serious complications. How can I protect myself from malaria if I am …
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… medication or cure however, many of the symptoms and complications of HPS can be treated. Most patients are … roof of your home. Safely clean areas where mice have been During clean-up, wear an appropriate, well-fitting filter …
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… care to babies and young children must be aware of the risks of choking. Babies and young children are at high risk … Toddler's First Steps www.healthlinkbc.ca/pregnancy-parenting/toddlers-first-steps Rules for operating a …
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… get traveller's diarrhea. You may be at increased risk of complications from traveller's diarrhea if you: Have a … routinely recommended unless you are at increased risk of complications from traveller’s diarrhea. The vaccine also … and vegetables if the skin is broken or bruised Eat watermelon as it may have been injected with local water to …
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… Drinking water containing arsenic can have serious short term and long-term health effects. How does arsenic get into drinking … are the health effects of arsenic exposure? Short to medium term exposure to very high levels of arsenic in drinking …
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… as chemotherapy, radiation or HIV/AIDS can develop further complications Safe handling and cleaning of litter: Keep the … wire around the garden to keep them out. Wear gloves during gardening and wash your hands after gardening or …
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… cases where a patient has severe diarrhea, it can lead to complications including dehydration and colitis …
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