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Pregnancy and alcohol use

… disability that affects a range of health and behavioural problems in individuals who were exposed to alcohol in the … pregnancy? As well as not drinking alcohol, there are other steps you can take to be healthy and to protect your … Eat healthy food Reduce or stop your use of cigarettes and other drugs Balance rest and activity Reduce your stress. …

Preventing abuse and neglect of older adults

… might stop paying the bills, providing food, medication, or other help to the older adult. Or, they may leave a … abuse or use violence and control in their relationships. Others do not treat older adults with respect. When people experience personal problems or stresses, they might be at greater risk of …

Unpasteurized fruitvegetable juices and ciders A potential health risk

… and ciders such as apple cider, orange juice and lemonades. Other fresh fruit juices such as pineapple, carrot, coconut, … juice. Schools, child and adult day cares, hospitals and other facilities serving vulnerable groups should not sell … The best way to kill pathogens like E.coli , Salmonella and others is through pasteurization Boil or pasteurize raw …

Lead in drinking water

… of Health works with the regional health authorities, other ministries and the federal government to develop best … in the morning before using water will generally show any problems. If your home was built before 1989, your plumbing … drinking or cooking first thing in the morning or any other time the plumbing system has not been used for several …

A decision-making guide for patients diagnosed with cataracts

… and have them in both eyes. One eye may be worse than the other. Most people with cataracts notice difficulties with … fuzzy or hazy vision Headlights being too bright at night Problems with glare in the sun Problems reading small print Trouble seeing in dim light …

Variant Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease vCJD

… mood swings and memory loss. The disease also causes problems with movement and advances quickly to a vegetative … been reported in Canada but these people were infected in other countries. What causes vCJD? vCJD is caused by an … on the surface of cells. The abnormal prion attaches to other brain cell proteins and bends them out of shape. The …

HTLV-1 Virus

… throughout the world. HTLV-1 is more common in Japan and other countries in the Western Pacific region, the … have the virus will not get symptoms or develop any health problems. About 1 in 20 people who get infected with HTLV-1 … virus spread? HTLV-1 is spread from an infected person to other people by: Sharing needles, syringes or other …

The harmful effects of second-hand tobacco smoke and vapour

… smoke have a greater risk of suffering from: Breathing problems, such as increased coughing, wheezing, pneumonia … to quit, ensure that you are not smoking or vaping near others, including near doorways, windows and vents. Dispose … smoke is to keep your home smoke and vape-free. Ask others to smoke or vape outside and then wash their hands, …

Shaken baby syndrome SBS

… Even minor injuries to a baby's brain can cause lifelong problems. It is never okay to shake a baby or child. … when you are angry or overwhelmed by the crying. Talk to others who care for your baby such as babysitters, relatives … see Safer sleep for my baby Provide some soft music or other relaxing sounds Try humming or singing a lullaby …

Role of Pets in Human Disease

… bacteria, parasites, fungi and viruses from spoiled food, other infected animals, the environment or infected humans. … Tapeworms Hookworms You may also come into contact with other animals that are not normally kept as pets such as … Visits . Who is at higher risk? People at risk of serious problems from some of these infections include: Fetuses and …