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… disease (C. gattii) Last updated February 1, 2018 HealthLink BC File number 98 Download PDF Document English … ill. In people who become ill, symptoms appear months after exposure and can last for several months. Symptoms of … treated. The benefits of outdoor enjoyment far outweigh the risks of cryptococcal disease. Image … Cryptococcal disease …
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… How does radon affect my health and what is my risk? Exposure to radon over the long-term can cause lung cancer. … Radon www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/health-risks-safety/radiation/radon.html . Is there radon in B.C.? Yes, elevated …
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… Rabies Last updated September 1, 2018 HealthLink BC File number 07a Download PDF Document English … humans, rabies can be prevented by immunization soon after exposure. The virus can infect any mammal. In B.C., only … care provider or local public health unit right away After exposure to a rabies virus, it is crucial to begin …
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… defoliators in B.C.’s forests Last updated August 28, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 90b Download PDF Document English … growth loss, stem deformities and even death of the tree. Exposure to airborne Douglas-fir tussock moth hairs and shed … timed to treat larvae when they are most vulnerable to the effects of Btk. Treatment schedules and duration vary based …
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… Pregnancy and alcohol use Last updated July 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 38d Download PDF Document English … Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What are the risks of drinking during pregnancy? There are a number of … in individuals who were exposed to alcohol in the womb. The effects of FASD include problems with motor skills, physical …
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… Seniors' falls can be prevented Last updated July 31, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 78 Download PDF Document English … This increases the risk. What factors increase the risks of falls? Health factors: Frailty: Loss of muscle … chronic and acute illnesses: for example, osteoporosis, the effects of a stroke, Parkinson’s disease, arthritis, heart …
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… Manganese in drinking water Last updated April 30, 2023 HealthLink BC File number 49g Download PDF Document English … etc.). However, new scientific studies show health effects from exposure to high levels of manganese in drinking water. This …
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… Traveller's diarrhea Last updated March 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 41e Travel Series Download PDF … Document Vietnamese Traveller’s diarrhea is a common health concern affecting travellers to tropical countries. … utilizing combinations of chemical, mechanical or UV radiation treatment are available in Canadian pharmacies and …
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… Asbestos in drinking water Last updated April 4, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 49h Download PDF Document English … from the shower or humidifiers may contain asbestos fibres, exposure to these types of droplets is not considered a … cause cancers and lung diseases. For information on health risks of inhaling asbestos, see HealthLinkBC File #32 …
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… and pools: Safe water quality Last updated August 1, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 27b Download PDF Document English … as cyanuric acid) to prevent chlorine breakdown from sun exposure. Too much cyanuric acid can create “chlorine lock”, … not be turned down more than 25% to ensure there are no risks to bathers Some hot tubs have secondary circulation …
