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… Residential hot tubs and pools: Safe water quality Last updated August 1, 2024 HealthLink BC File … and ensuring adequate filtration and recirculation of the water in your hot tub or pool. How can I make sure the water is safe? Owners are responsible to ensure their hot …
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… Preventing Water-Borne Infections For People with Weakened Immune … Spanish Document Vietnamese Who is at higher risk from water-borne infections? People with very weak immune systems who are at higher risk of certain water-borne diseases include those with: HIV infection who …
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… is considered safe and effective against tooth decay. Offer water to drink between feedings Introduce your baby to using … lidless cup between 6 and 9 months of age. After 12 months, water is the best choice between regular feeding times and … local public health unit. For more information on water fluoridation, see HealthLinkBC File #28 Water Fluoridation …
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… where plaque sticks Floss your teeth daily Choose to drink water between meals and snacks. Avoid frequent sipping on … and snacks. If this is not possible, rinse your mouth with water or a fluoride mouth rinse Do not smoke/vape, drink … can damage the teeth. After vomiting, rinse your mouth with water or a mixture of one teaspoon of baking soda with …
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… Waterborne infections in British Columbia Last updated … Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What are waterborne infections? Waterborne infections are any illnesses caused by drinking …
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… is a common cause of diarrhea among individuals who drink water that has not been properly filtered, treated or … become infected with Giardia ? Giardia cysts can spread by water, food or fecal-oral transmission between infected … contaminated feces particles are ingested. Contaminated water is a major source of the spread of giardiasis. Giardia …
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… with Cryptosporidium ? Cryptosporidium can be spread by water, food, or fecal-oral transmission from an infected … fish and reptiles can carry Cryptosporidium . Contaminated water is a major source of the spread of cryptosporidiosis. … can become infected if you drink or accidentally swallow water while swimming. You can also become infected by eating …
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… diarrhea? Traveller's diarrhea is frequent, loose, or watery bowel movements resulting from eating or drinking … The most common cause of traveller’s diarrhea is food or water contaminated with bacteria called enterotoxigenic E. … food preparation or hand-to-mouth contact. Untreated water that has become contaminated by sewage or animal …
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… your activity is during the summer or winter, on land or water, remember the three T’s and follow these simple steps: … kit Signalling device (i.e. whistle) Extra food and water Extra clothing Navigational and communication devices … a map and compass as a backup. Is it safe to drink the water in the wilderness? You should not drink water in the …
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… and ear infections, and pneumonia. How can I make sure the water is safe? If you are unsure of the maintenance or water quality, do not enter the pool or hot tub. “If in … to ensure the hot tub or pool is clean and the water is properly disinfected to prevent the spread of …
