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… chronic hepatitis may develop cirrhosis. Cirrhosis damages your liver so it doesn’t work well. If you have cirrhosis or other complications, your nutrition needs may be different. Speak to your health care provider or a registered dietitian about …
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… Most of the time asbestos poses very little risk to your health. It is only a risk if you breathe in asbestos … large amounts of asbestos fibres, they can become lodged in your lungs and remain there. This can cause scarring and … to high levels of asbestos in the air can be harmful to your health. It could increase your risk of getting a …
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… cells lining the intestinal tract. This damage may cause your body to have trouble absorbing nutrients. These types … and treated? If you think you have giardiasis, see your health care provider for testing, advice and treatment. … Some Giardia infections get better without treatment. Your health care provider will decide if treatment with …
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… of nutritious foods and beverages each day helps to: Keep your bones and muscles strong Build a healthy immune system … with the nutrients and energy you need for good health. Use your plate as a guide. Aim to fill: Half your plate with vegetables and fruits Fresh, cooked, frozen …
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… have not worked. If you develop an infection caused by CPO, your doctor will give you specific antibiotics that work for … to prevent CPO from spreading to others in the home: Wash your hands often, especially after going to the bathroom, … my chances of getting infected with CPO? If you are healthy your chances of becoming sick with CPO are low. You may be …
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… when inhaled over a longer period of time, it will affect your nervous system, causing shaking, drowsiness, weakness, … can attempt to clean and dispose of the liquid mercury on your own (see instructions below). You will need the help of … for large or complicated spills. If in doubt, contact your local health authority’s environmental agency, the Drug …
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… or any persistent diarrhea or vomiting, see your health care provider. You may be asked to submit a … to detect so you may have to submit more than 1 sample. Your health care provider will decide if treatment with … diarrhea and/or vomiting has stopped, or as instructed by your local health authority. Avoiding this activity will …
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… benefits: It reduces the chances of passing the STI on to your partner(s) You are less likely to develop complications … failure from advanced HIV disease If you have an STI, your chance of getting or passing on HIV to someone else … the more likely you are to be exposed to an STI. Talk to your health care provider about getting tested for STIs, or …
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… travel to tropical and developing countries. Speak with your health care provider or travel clinic staff for advice … and water-disinfectant tablets Medication recommended by your health care provider for a fever Comfortable, … sunscreen with SPF 30 (sun protection factor) or more Your child’s car seat. They may be able to use it on the …
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… by-products. These by-products can also get inside your home from car exhaust coming in through a garage. What … monoxide detector Nitrogen dioxide (NO2): May irritate your eyes, nose, throat and lungs and cause shortness of … exposure Particulate matter (PM, PM2.5, PM10): May irritate your eyes, nose and throat May lodge in the lungs, causing …
