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… still cause harm to a person’s health. People who do not smoke should avoid vaping. However, for current smokers who … that you do so only outdoors and avoid exposing others to second-hand aerosol. Can vaping help me quit smoking? Some of the …
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… person to person is by direct contact, usually with the hands. If your hands become contaminated, the VRE bacteria can enter your … using the toilet. Wash your hands well for at least 20 seconds using warm water and soap, and use a paper towel to …
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… are at much greater risk. Healthy pregnant women in the second half of their pregnancy are at much greater risk of … vaccine Staying home when you are ill Washing your hands regularly Cleaning and disinfecting objects and … those lost from fever Avoid smoking and ask others not to smoke in the house Breathe moist air from a hot shower or …
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… CPO spreads from person to person is by direct contact if hands are not cleaned after going to the bathroom and before … prevent CPO from spreading to others in the home: Wash your hands often, especially after going to the bathroom, after … using the toilet. Wash your hands well for at least 15 seconds using warm water and soap. Use a paper towel to dry …
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… prevent the spread by keeping wounds covered, cleaning your hands regularly, and not sharing personal items such as … such items as towels or uniforms. For more information on hand washing, see HealthLinkBC File #85 Hand washing: Help … using the toilet. Wash your hands well for at least 20 seconds using warm water and soap (to help children wash …
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… conducted by a physician or a trained sonographer using a hand-held instrument called a transducer. The transducer … that you have an ultrasound during your first and second trimesters. What information will a prenatal … learn more about your prenatal genetic screening options. Second trimester (14 to 27 weeks) An ultrasound between 18 …
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… at least 10 minutes before wiping it up. Wear gloves when handling any body fluids or cleaning cuts, scrapes or wounds. Wash your hands carefully after disposing of your gloves in a plastic … carefully with soap and warm water for at least 15 to 20 seconds. Waterless alcohol-based hand rinses can be used as …
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… Files: HealthLinkBC File #30a The harmful effects of second-hand tobacco smoke and vapour HealthLinkBC File #30b Risks of alternative …
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… low VOCs Do not allow smoking in or near your home. Second-hand smoke contains many pollutants, including VOCs Minimize use …
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… gives you different instructions Do not eat, drink, smoke, brush your teeth or use mouthwash before collecting … inside the cap Take a deep breath. Hold the air for a few seconds. Breathe out slowly. Take another deep breath. Cough … bottle) After you finish collecting your sputum, wash your hands. For more information on proper hand washing, visit …
