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Indoor air quality Combustion by-products

… Association (CSA) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) certify wood stoves and other burning … inside your home from car exhaust coming in through a garage. What are some health concerns of combustion … and throat May lodge in the lungs, causing irritation or damage to lung tissue May cause inflammation, leading to heart …

Food safety Easy ways to make food safer

… at least 2 minutes at the end of heating Follow food package instructions Some packaged foods are fully cooked and ready-to-eat. Other foods … throw it out. Who is at highest risk of foodborne illness? Children under 5 years People who are pregnant Adults 60 …

HIV and HIV tests

… symptoms of HIV? Symptoms of HIV vary depending on the stage of infection. In the first few weeks after infection, … early, antiretroviral therapy can slow or stop the damage to the immune system. HIV testing guidelines in B.C. recommend that everyone aged 18 to 70 years has an HIV test every 5 years. They …

Quitting smoking

… are and plan how you will cope with each one. 6. Manage withdrawal When you quit smoking, your body has to … this. NRT or prescription medications can also help you manage withdrawal symptoms. 7. Go easy on yourself Quitting is … They do not contain nicotine but work in the brain to manage withdrawal symptoms and nicotine cravings, and can …

Cyanobacteria blooms blue-green algae

… blooms look like and how long will they last? Image Not all blooms are easy to see. Some blooms can cover … look bad and may also smell bad. This will likely discourage many individuals from drinking or playing in this water. However, some individuals (such as young children) may be less careful, or may be unaware of the …

Pregnancy and alcohol use

… is risky? There is no known safe amount of alcohol at any stage of pregnancy. It is safest not to drink at all when you … Show that you care about them as well as the baby Encourage sharing of feelings Be sincere, caring, and … appointments or to treatment, or offer childcare for other children Offer to go along to the next prenatal appointment …

Clostridium difficile C difficile

… to become sick. C. diff produces toxins that can cause damage to the cells in the intestines. The most common symptom … and rub your hands together to create lather. To help children wash their hands, sing the alphabet song Rinse … taken: Remove gloves immediately and throw them in the garbage Wash your hands Remove isolation gown without touching …

E coli infection

… internal bleeding. HUS can be especially harmful for young children, the elderly, people with weakened immune systems … water that is contaminated with human or animal sewage can also cause infections. E. coli can also be … fruit juices and ciders: A potential health risk Image … E coli infection …

Waterborne infections in British Columbia

… of drinking water is not properly treated or when water storage tanks or reservoirs become infected with germs. … or who have had cancer treatment Infants and young children Pregnant women Older adults People with a chronic … as soon as possible if: You are very sick and unable to manage Your symptoms do not go away within a few days You have …

Safe sleeping for babies

… reduce the risk of falls or the baby becoming trapped Older children and pets should not be in the bed If the adults …