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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? … including reverse osmosis filters, distillation and some specialized media filters. Chlorination and mechanical …
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… enterococci (VRE) Last updated October 1, 2017 HealthLink BC File number 74 Download PDF Document English … found in the stomach and bowels of about 19 out of every 20 healthy people. They are also normally found in the mouth … File #85 Hand washing: Help stop the spread of germs . Do special precautions need to be taken for hospital visits? …
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… harm reduction: Substance use Last updated December 1, 2023 HealthLink BC File number 102a Download PDF Document English … What is harm reduction? Harm reduction is a public health approach to substance use (including alcohol, … around safer sex practices and sexual health Should I have concerns about harm reduction? Some people express concerns …
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… Asbestos in drinking water Last updated April 4, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 49h Download PDF Document English … when handling deteriorating pipes to protect your health against inhaling asbestos that is released into the … evidence that indicates ingesting asbestos has any health concerns. For more information Health Canada For more …
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… and neglect of older adults Last updated September 14, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 93a Elder Abuse Prevention Series … Abuse and neglect in later life can affect an adult’s health, happiness, safety and financial security. Older … as a part of aging. Some signs may look like health concerns that are common in later life. Older adults who …
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… spills in residential settings Last updated May 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 125 Download PDF Document English … safe as long as the mercury stays contained. They only pose health risks if they break and the mercury spills. What are … prevent harmful health effects. If you have any doubts or concerns about cleaning up spills, call your local health …
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… age children and their vision Last updated January 12, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 53b Download PDF Document English … by an eye doctor (optometrist or ophthalmologist), especially if you notice any concerns. Some conditions can result in permanent vision …
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… tests for infants and children Last updated October 1, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 71b Download PDF Document English … 1 out of every 400 births). For babies who need special care at birth, about 1 in 50 is born with permanent … detect. Mild hearing loss is sometimes mistaken for other concerns, and it may cause a child to appear distracted or …
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… Nitrate in well water Last updated March 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 05a Download PDF Document English … but is mainly used as a food and drink preservative, especially in cured meats. Both nitrate and nitrite can be a … Nitrate levels in ground water may change over time, especially after a heavy rainfall. Nitrate concentrations …
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… Bed bugs Last updated September 3, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 95 Download PDF Document English … on clothing, backpacks, luggage and books. Are bed bugs a health concern? A bed bug bite typically causes a red bump … the following areas often: Under and behind all furniture, especially bedroom furniture, including mattresses and box …
