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… Health Risks in the Wilderness Last updated July 1, 2023 … in the wilderness, you should be aware of certain health risks. Prepare for the activity you are doing and where you … Untreated water in the wilderness can have health effects such as diarrhea, abdominal cramps, nausea, …
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… Ultraviolet radiation Last updated August 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 11 Download PDF Document English … (the darkening of the melanin in your skin). Repeated exposure to UVA can lead to premature skin aging, such as …
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… Unpasteurized fruit/vegetable juices and ciders: A potential health risk Last updated August 21, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 72 Download PDF Document English … unpasteurized juice or cider may have made you ill, see a health care provider immediately and notify your local …
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… tobacco smoke and vapour Last updated August 7, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 30a Download PDF Document English … nearby, especially children. There are ways to reduce the risks, such as by making your home smoke-free. How harmful … 70 that can cause cancer. There is no risk-free level of exposure to second-hand smoke or vapour. How does …
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… Wildfire: Its effects on drinking water quality Last updated January 12, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 49f Download PDF Document English … wildfire smoke. For more information on wildfire and your health, read HealthLinkBC: Wildfires and your health . How …
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… Risks of alternative tobacco and nicotine products Last updated March 12, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 30b Download PDF Document English … No. All tobacco and nicotine products carry health risks and are highly addictive. The best thing you can do …
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… Pregnancy and dental health Last updated July 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 38b Download PDF Document English … Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Why is dental health during pregnancy important? It is important to take …
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… Health advice for travellers Last updated September 30, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 41a Travel Series Download PDF … you travel When planning your trip, think of ways to stay healthy while travelling. Visit a travel clinic at least 4 …
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… Vitamin D and your health Last updated September 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 68n Nutrition Series Download PDF … medications or have specific medical conditions, your health care provider may suggest you take more vitamin D. …
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… Fibre and Your Health Last updated March 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 68h Nutrition Series Download PDF … and colon cancer. Insoluble fibre can help keep your gut healthy and prevent constipation. Soluble fibre can help: …
