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… sensitive to sulphur dioxide, you may need to seek medical care. Long-term exposure to particles produced when sulphur … follow a management plan developed with your health care provider If you have symptoms such as coughing wheezing …
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… These methods can thaw food at uneven rates, so take extra care to ensure the whole product is thoroughly thawed Use … a fecal or stool sample (bowel movement). Your health care provider may prescribe antibiotics if you have a severe …
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… systems should discuss the risk of disease with their healthcare provider before getting a pet For more information on … warm water and soap right after the injury. See your health care provider if a bite is deep, becomes infected, or your tetanus vaccination is not up to date. See your health care provider if the bite was unexpected or unprovoked or if …
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… have questions about feeding your baby, contact your health care provider or call 8-1-1 to speak with a registered … Preventing choking in babies and young children: For child care providers HealthLinkBC: Reducing Risk of Food Allergy … Preventing choking in babies and young children: For child care providers (#110b) Feeding your baby formula: Before you …
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… Canadian Pediatric Society against their use. Parents and caregivers should be aware of the risks and side effects. If … regulations. The amounts are within safe levels when used according to the directions on the label. Caffeine The total … many medications. Talk with a pharmacist or your health care provider before using energy drinks if you: Take …
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… of pre-existing lung or heart conditions Increased health care use such as emergency room visits and hospital stays … to reduce wildfires. Practice safe backyard burning and careful use of campfires Limit the use of fireplaces and …
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… chickenpox, children with the illness should not attend daycare or school until 5 days after the rash first appears or … had chickenpox or shingles in the past should see a health care provider immediately if they are exposed to, or get, … avoid hot baths and showers. Ask your pharmacist or health care provider about lotions that can reduce the itching. …
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… the fact that you carry VRE to your workplace, school or daycare setting. If you have a VRE infection, your health care provider will give you the treatment you need. While … hands before eating, drinking, smoking or applying personal care products, and after using the toilet. Wash your hands …
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… cooling system, such as air-conditioning, talk to a health care provider or workplace safety officer to find out what … hour, change, worsen or cause you concern, contact a health care provider. If you are unsure about your symptoms, you … kidney disease, or heart issues. Contact your healthcare provider or go to the hospital right away if you …
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… If you have an ongoing health concern, talk to your health care provider about your trip. Ask your doctor for a letter … When you arrive at your destination, try to eat and sleep according to local time Food and water safety in developing … before going out into the sun. Apply the sunscreen according to the instructions on the label. Use a lip balm …