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… to infectious diseases while at work. Many diseases can be prevented with immunization. Getting immunized protects your health and prevents the spread of disease between you … has been eliminated in most parts of the world. In 1994, Canada was certified as a “polio free” country. Individuals …
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… heat treated to destroy pathogens (germs) and microbes that can make us sick. This also allows the juice to keep longer as it destroys many of the microbes that can cause spoilage. Raw freshly pressed or squeezed juices … greatest risk? People at higher risk of getting sick are: Young children (5 years of age and under) Older adults …
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… Feeding your baby: Sample meals for babies 6 to 12 months old Last … marshmallows, dried fruit like raisins, and gummies or hard candies. Do not offer chewable vitamins. How much food … baby’s meals at the same time as family meals so that you can eat together as often as possible. This can help your …
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… elemental (pure form), inorganic and organic. All 3 forms can be toxic to humans, but elemental mercury is the form … The level of toxicity depends on how much mercury vapour you inhale, and for how long. When you inhale large amounts … mercury in a blood pressure device), the lungs and airways can become irritated. This causes symptoms such as cough, …
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… public health approach to substance use (including alcohol, cannabis, and other substances) and drug policy. The aim of … help prevent drug poisoning (overdose) deaths. They can also connect people to health and social services Mental … and communities. Research shows harm reduction activities can: Reduce stigma Increase access to support programs, and …
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… may change during the course of the illness. Dehydration can also occur. Symptoms usually occur within one week and … system may experience an even longer illness. A person can be infected and have no symptoms. How is cyclosporiasis … with cyclosporiasis. How do I prevent cyclosporiasis? Wash your hands before, during and after preparing food Wash …
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… Meal and snack ideas for your 1 to 3 year old child Last updated November 1, 2022 … beverage (offer after age 2), tofu prepared with calcium, canned fish with bones, beans, some dark green vegetables … salmon, avocado, hummus, liquid vegetable oils like canola and olive Prepare food with little or no added salt …
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… to or working in some countries. It is important to talk to your health care provider, or visit a travel clinic at least 6 to 8 weeks before you travel. Most travel vaccines are not covered by the … by typhoid bacteria. The vaccine is approved by Health Canada. Typhoid vaccine will give you some protection …
