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… the Staying Independent Checklist (PDF, 1,502 KB) to assess your risk for falls or ask your doctor about falls risk assessment and management. How … your doctor, a qualified exercise professional or health care provider about the best type of exercise program for …
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… of breath If the disease gets worse, fluid builds up in your lungs, making it harder to breathe. In North America, … HPS can be treated. Most patients are admitted to intensive care in a hospital. Some patients may be given anti-viral … mouse, or by mouse bites. You cannot catch the disease from your domestic pet. In North America, there is no evidence …
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… vaccine is approved by Health Canada and is free as part of your child’s routine immunizations. Call your health care provider to make an appointment. Who should get the … recommended and provided free to pregnant people in every pregnancy. The vaccine should be given at 27-32 weeks of …
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… on doors, windows, stairs and railings can expose you and your family to health risks. Before you begin renovations, … in order to minimize the health risks to you and your family. What are the health hazards of lead exposure? … potentially harmful substances, they must be used with care. Mechanical removal through sanding or grinding …
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… products. What are the risks of vaping? Vaping can impact your health in several ways: Exposure to toxic and … new products. As a result, the long-term impacts to your health are not fully understood. There may be risks … a friend Seek support from trusted friends, family, health care providers, and resources such as QuitNow or Talk …
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… Stomach cramps Nausea Vomiting Bloating Gas If you or your child experience any of these symptoms after visiting a petting zoo or open farm, see your health care provider right away. Who is most at risk of becoming …
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… of influenza vaccine or any part of the vaccine, talk to your health care provider. You may need to be tested for allergies … given by injection is considered safe at any stage of pregnancy. People in the second half of pregnancy are at …
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… adequate filtration and recirculation of the water in your hot tub or pool. How can I make sure the water is safe? … chemicals are within the recommended range prior to using your pool or hot tub. Disinfectants kill germs. However, … a disinfectant residual is present in the pool. Special care should be taken with ozone because it can cause eye and …
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… as diphtheria, polio and tetanus and are free as part of your child’s routine immunizations. A pertussis vaccine is … has a cough that lasts more than 1 week should see a health care provider. Is there a treatment? Pertussis is treated … 1 year of age and pregnant women in the last 3 months of pregnancy, as well as all of their household and daycare …
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… of hand, foot and mouth disease. This can occur if you or your child does not drink enough liquids due to pain from … severe. There is no clear evidence that infection during pregnancy will cause harm to an unborn baby. Hand, foot and mouth disease can spread easily in child care settings and other places where children are close …