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… of a cold or other mild illness. However, if you have concerns speak with your health care provider. What is … can also spread through saliva. For example, by kissing or sharing food, drinks, cigarettes, lipsticks, water bottles, …
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… waste or through source water contact with asbestos-bearing bedrock. Standard community water treatment processes can … cause cancers and lung diseases. For information on health risks of inhaling asbestos, see HealthLinkBC File #32 … evidence that indicates ingesting asbestos has any health concerns. For more information Health Canada For more …
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… of a cold or other mild illness. However, if you have concerns speak with your health care provider. What is … This can occur through activities such as kissing or sharing of food, drinks, cigarettes, lipsticks, water …
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… and railings can expose you and your family to health risks. Before you begin renovations, consider the following information in order to minimize the health risks to you and your family. What are the health hazards of … or grinding produces more lead dust. Do not spread the dust around Turn off forced air heating and air conditioning …
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… File #49b Disinfecting Drinking Water . If you have concerns about the quality of the water you are drinking, …
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… yourself from extreme heat, you can help reduce these risks.  If you experience heat-related symptoms or increased … in the coolest room in your home, even if it is not your bedroom Close windows during the heat of the day to trap … to let cool air in If you have a fan, use it to move air around the room. Try putting an ice tray in front of the …
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… that person to try to stay in a separate room and not be around others, as the virus spreads easily. Everyone in the …
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… This increases the risk. What factors increase the risks of falls? Health factors: Frailty: Loss of muscle …
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… because of a cold or other mild illness. If you have concerns, speak with your health care provider. What is … and through saliva. Babies and children can get sick by sharing soothers, bottles, or toys with other children. …
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… of the body including the lungs, joints, and the membranes around the heart and brain. This can cause infections of the … person to person through close contact such as kissing, sharing drinking cups, forks, spoons or cigarettes. What is … is important to take all of the antibiotics that are prescribed and to take them on time. If you are in contact with …