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Health Risks in the Wilderness

… . What are other tips to consider? Travel with a companion A companion can help in an … Untreated water in the wilderness can have health effects such as diarrhea, abdominal cramps, nausea, …

Nitrate in well water

… nitrate levels consistently above the guideline levels, consider the following: Install a drinking water treatment …

Preventing sexually transmitted infections STIs

… into the vagina or anus as far as it will go Put a finger inside the condom and push the small ring inside as far as possible. Keep the outer ring of the condom outside of the vagina or anus. The outer ring will lie flat …

Human papillomavirus HPV infection and genital warts

… types of viruses that can infect the penis, vulva (area outside of the vagina) or anus, and the linings of the vagina, … They can be found in the groin, genitals, buttocks and inside the vagina or anus. They are rarely found in the mouth. …

Heat-related illness

… Heat stroke is a life-threatening medical emergency. The effects of heat are made worse if you do not drink enough … go up. Examples of hot environments include the inside of a car or a tent on a hot day, the upper floors of a … in environments without air conditioning. When it is hot outside for several days, the heat builds up indoors and can …

Sleep related infant death

… are at lower risk than babies who sleep on their stomach or sides. Even babies who spit up a lot are safer sleeping on …

Lunches to go

… bell pepper, avocado, and tofu strips Vegetable and fruit sides Veggie sticks and bean dip Veggie or fruit kebabs …

Well water testing

… such as arsenic can have serious and long-term health effects if they are consumed in high amounts. Other metals … chemical spills or known contaminants in your community, consider testing for a broader combination of chemicals. How do …

Giardia infection

Indoor air quality

… pollutants? Biological contaminants can come from both outside and inside the home. Viruses, bacteria, fungi (moulds), insects … health (health feature) HealthLinkBC File #30a The harmful effects of second-hand tobacco smoke and vapour Formaldehyde …