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… collecting around heating ventilation and air conditioning system parts. Empty drip pans regularly. Keep stagnant water … or carpets with mildew. Cleaning the materials before disposal can help prevent mould spores from spreading … the heating vents and change heating and air conditioning system filters Vacuum the house weekly including floors, …
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… is influenza? Influenza is an infection of the respiratory system caused by the influenza virus. Symptoms can include … start. Young children and people with weakened immune systems may be able to spread the virus for a longer period …
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… Influenza is an acute infection of the respiratory system caused by the influenza virus. Getting sick with … certain chronic health conditions or weakened immune systems are at much greater risk. Healthy pregnant women in …
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… to others. Young children and people with weak immune systems are at the highest risk of getting sick. What is … visitors, especially children and people with weak immune systems Do not use buses, trains, taxis or airplanes Do not …
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… sources are: Oil and gas industry Metal smelting Pipeline operations Pulp and paper production Other emission sources …
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… Boil Water Notice has been issued for your community water system, take the advice seriously and follow the … will not remove Giardia . Some built-in water filtration systems will remove Giardia but they need regular and …
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… other issues such as anemia and impaired brain and nervous system functions. Currently there is no known safe level of … around Turn off forced air heating and air conditioning systems and cover vents with taped plastic sheeting. Remove … used to contain the area in a sealed plastic bag for disposal. For More Information To contact your local health …
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… many factors such as cost, source water, size of the water system and whether other forms of treatment are needed. What … being disinfected, water travels through the distribution system to your home through a network of pipes. In some … choice for homeowners who have their own water supply systems. It also makes them a preferred choice for water …
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… infection may last longer in people with a weakened immune system. People with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), … Boil Water Notice has been issued for your community water system, take the advice seriously and follow the instructions provided If you have a weakened immune system, you should discuss your risk of cryptosporidiosis …
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… . Air purifiers and ventilation systems cannot remove all the poisons, toxins, gases and …