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… Sulphur dioxide (SO2) Last updated December 12, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 65f Download PDF Document English … Air quality is also reported in the form of the Air Quality Health Index (AQHI). The AQHI provides information about … of air quality for the next 36 hours. The level of health risk is provided on a scale of 1 to 10 or higher. The …
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… Arsenic in drinking water Last updated March 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 49c Download PDF Document English … arsenic can have serious short term and long-term health effects. How does arsenic get into drinking water? … supplies such as lakes, streams and rivers. What are the health effects of arsenic exposure? Short to medium term …
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… Combustion by-products Last updated December 13, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 65c Download PDF Document English … from car exhaust coming in through a garage. What are some health concerns of combustion by-products? Carbon monoxide … illness, you may be at higher risk of experiencing health effects from nitrogen dioxide exposure Particulate …
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… disease (C. gattii) Last updated February 1, 2018 HealthLink BC File number 98 Download PDF Document English … symptoms especially for long periods of time, talk to your health care provider. Your health care provider can request tests if you show symptoms, …
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… organic compounds (VOCs) Last updated December 13, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 65d Download PDF Document English … at high levels can impact both indoor air quality and human health. Where do VOCs come from? Many products commonly … tend to decrease as the product ages. What are some health concerns caused by VOCs? The health effects caused by …
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… Asbestos: When should I worry? Last updated February 1, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 32 Download PDF Document English … asbestos in cement, flooring and ceiling materials. Which health problems are caused by asbestos? Most of the time asbestos poses very little risk to your health. It is only a risk if you breathe in asbestos fibers …
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… Preventing neural tube defects Last updated April 16, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 38c Download PDF Document English … nutrients added to them. Why is folate important for my health? Folate helps make healthy new cells. If you do not get enough folate, you …
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… defoliators in B.C.’s forests Last updated August 28, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 90b Download PDF Document English … damage, there are a few species that can be harmful to the health and productivity of forests. The goal of the B.C. … a concern? They are excessive feeders that damage tree health by stripping the needles and leaves from their host …
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… Roseola Last updated March 1, 2018 HealthLink BC File number 83 Download PDF Document English … children have these symptoms. When should my child see a health care provider? You cannot be sure your child has … nurse may recommend that you make an appointment with your health care provider or if they think your child’s illness …
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… tobacco smoke and vapour Last updated August 7, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 30a Download PDF Document English … smoking or vaping. This smoke or vapour is harmful to the health of both the person who smokes or vapes, and those who … smoke or vapour. How does second-hand smoke harm your health? Regular exposure to second-hand smoke can cause …
