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… system to work. They can also cause contamination of water after it's treated. How do I know if my water quality has … quality. For some communities, problems may appear long after the wildfire is over (i.e. during intense rainfall … following problems may impact a drinking water system long after the wildfire is over: More debris in water reservoirs, …
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… to wheeze, have trouble breathing, or have a hoarse voice after eating or drinking. It can also lead to pneumonia. … when a person is admitted. They will review it regularly afterwards. The health care team works together to develop … of their speech, such as a gurgly or wet-sounding voice after swallowing Force chewing or swallowing, or swallow …
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… best choice for babies who follow a vegan eating pattern After one year of age, offer 2-3 cups (500-750 mL) of … water Sips of plain water can be offered from an open cup after 6 months but should not replace human milk or formula … to offer water from an open cup between meals for thirst after one year of age Fortified plain soy beverage  At 2 …
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… Run the bathroom fan while showering and for 30 minutes after Vent clothes dryers to the outside Ventilate attic and … help prevent mould spores from spreading through the house After cleaning up, make sure to fix the main issue (water … leave the room during vacuuming and for at least an hour after the dust settles. If someone in the house suffers from …
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… by mosquitoes. Mosquitoes can become carriers of the virus after biting birds infected with the virus. It is possible … have a mild to moderate illness that starts 3 to 14 days after being infected. Symptoms may include fever, headache, … the bird according to local bylaws Always wash your hands after disposal of any dead animal, even if you wear gloves …
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… aches. Listeriosis can also cause miscarriage or stillbirths in pregnant women. People who have symptoms of … unpasteurized milk Wash hands, knives and cutting boards after handling uncooked foods Bag raw meat, poultry, or fish … separately from other food items Return home right away after shopping so that you can store all foods properly …
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… re-use the lids. A perfect fit can no longer be guaranteed after a lid has been pried off once. The jars can be used … the questionable food to your pets or any other animals. After throwing it away, wash your hands well with warm soapy … fish and seafood. Sanitize all work surfaces before and after preparing food. For more information on sanitizing …
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… give a second dose of epinephrine as soon as 5 minutes after the first dose Ensure your child gets to a hospital … Encourage everyone to wash their hands before and after eating. Help young children to wash their hands Wash … serve a different food and clean all eating surfaces well after meals and snacks How can I prepare my child for school …
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… paralysis of the body’s muscles. It most commonly occurs after infections. In rare cases, GBS can also occur after some vaccines. GBS may be associated with influenza … vaccine. Fact: It is safe for babies to breastfeed after mothers receive the influenza vaccine. For more …
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… give a second dose of epinephrine as soon as 5 minutes after the first dose Ensure the resident gets to a hospital … and staff wash their hands with soap and water before and after eating. This helps prevent food from getting on … Clean all tables and other eating surfaces well before and after eating When eating out For social gatherings like …