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… banking. Why don't older adults get help if they are being abused or neglected? Often older adults may not know …
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… birth What are the symptoms? Most people who have HCV feel well, have no symptoms and may not know they have HCV. Some … may have a brief illness with symptoms around 6 weeks after being infected with HCV. You can clear HCV and still become … lower than your heart to promote bleeding Wash the area well with soap and water Go to the nearest hospital …
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… following factors: The birthing parent’s overall health and well-being Alcohol drinking patterns such as binge drinking and … Breast/chest feeding is important for the health and well-being of both lactating parents and babies. If you …
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… treatment are needed. What is secondary disinfection? After being disinfected, water travels through the distribution … or boil your water and allow it to cool before using. Well water should be disinfected using the simple … method. This should happen after: Constructing a new well Altering an existing well Well pump installation, …
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… cirrhosis. Cirrhosis damages your liver so it doesn’t work well. If you have cirrhosis or other complications, your … a special diet for chronic hepatitis? No. Try to eat as well as you can to help support your liver and overall … minerals. What if I have extra weight? Healthy eating and being active is important for everyone, regardless of body …
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… works at its best. Steps you can take Follow a healthy and well-balanced diet. You do not need to stop eating green … K is needed for good health. To keep your warfarin working well: Avoid large changes in the amount of vitamin K you eat …
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… lymphoma or leukemia (hematological malignancies) who are being actively treated or have been in remission and off … they can enter the water supply in the distribution system. Well water can be contaminated if the well is located or constructed in a way that the groundwater …
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… Processing time will vary depending on the type of food being preserved and the size of the jar. Never shorten the … and frequency procedures, to make sure your canner is being operated safely and correctly Check seals. Ensure the … any other animals. After throwing it away, wash your hands well with warm soapy water. Also wash any utensils or …
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… adults, children need their sleep. When they do not sleep well, they can feel unhappy or frustrated. They may cry a … enough nap time during the day can also help them sleep well at night. At about 6 months, your baby’s sleep patterns … respond well to structured nap and bedtime routines while being allowed to make some of their own decisions. Think …
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… and nitrite. Read HealthLinkBC File #05a Nitrate in well water and Ministry of Environment and Climate Change … contamination of drinking water if pipes, meters, and wellheads are burned or exposed to heat. If pipes are … may need to be tested for bacteria and chemicals before being used. In some cases, repairs or replacement of damaged …
