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Arsenic in drinking water

… tend to drink more water per unit of body weight than adults, they may have more exposure to arsenic in drinking …
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Your childs development from birth to 3 years

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Home canning - How to avoid botulism

… almost always come with instructions. If you have an older pressure canner and cannot find operating …
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Influenza flu immunization Myths and facts

… can lead to serious illness in seniors 65 years and older and in other high risk groups. Myth: I have never had …
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Molluscum contagiosum

… under 10 years of age, the infection can affect anyone. In adults, molluscum contagiosum is primarily a sexually …
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Malaria prevention

… advice for travellers (#41a) Travel immunizations for adults (#41c) Travelling with children (#41d) Traveller's …
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Disinfecting drinking water

… stand for another 15 minutes If the water is cloudy, or colder than 10˚C (50˚F), double the amount of bleach added. … baths using disinfected water if it is in limited supply Adults can bathe using un-disinfected water, but they should …
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Manganese in drinking water

… for preparing baby formula for infants and young children. Adults who drink water with manganese levels above the MAC …
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Toxic shock syndrome

… include pain at the site of a wound, vomiting and diarrhea, signs of shock including low blood pressure and …
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Preventing choking in babies and young children For child care providers

… – take small bites, chew food well and eat slowly Teach older children not to give food or small toys to younger …