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… threats to individuals and communities. They can affect air quality, cause shortages of safe water and food, and cut off … a health threat may spread through a community: Through the air. Through the water supply or through food. From human to …
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… of Outpatient Services Benefits of Outpatient Services Quality of Outpatient Services Finding the Right Provider … centre staff if they have patient surveys or internal quality check reports you can look at. Types of Outpatient … surgery, or test may be conveniently provided in one place. Quality of Outpatient Services Try to find out all you can …
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… health against inhaling asbestos that is released into the air. For more information on safe handling of asbestos, see … people to ingest (drink or eat) it or breathe in (inhale) airborne water droplets. Is using water from asbestos-cement … Health Canada's Guidelines for Canadian Drinking Water Quality as the standard against which to measure water …
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… chronic condition causing swelling and inflammation of the airways. Asthma may present with one or more respiratory … knowing when to seek medical care may help to improve your quality of life. Asthma Action Plan for Children age 1 -5 … allergens in your home Controlling pet allergens Indoor air quality (HealthLinkBC File Number #65a) Particulate …
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… Lead a more active life. Have fewer symptoms. Improve your quality of life. Encourage your active participation in your … of breath. Pursed-lip breathing may help you breathe more air out so that your next breath can be deeper. Pursed-lip … breathing helps your lungs expand so that they take in more air. (This type of breathing uses the diaphragm, a muscle …
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… if your heart has stopped. A breathing machine that pumps air into your lungs through a tube is used if you can't … Include your fears or concerns in your advance care plan. Quality of life What does quality of life mean to you? Do … it? Would you want to be kept alive by a machine that pumps air into your lungs through a tube if you can't breathe on …
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… Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) Therapy for Obstructive Sleep Apnea … you use at home every night while you sleep. It increases air pressure in your throat to keep your airway open. When … Have a lower risk of accidents. Improve your sleep-related quality of life. If you have a bed partner, they may also …
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… Quick tips: Staying active in hot weather Exercise and air quality: Staying active during BC’s wildfire season For … fires, can affect your health and safety. Exposure to air pollution can irritate your lungs, which causes …
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… difficulty controlling the pitch, loudness, hoarseness, or quality of your voice. As you exhale, air gently passes through your throat, across your open … nose. When you speak, your vocal cords close partially as air travels through them, causing vibrations and the unique …
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… between your breasts and around (not over) your belly. Use air bags properly. Slide the seat as far back as possible. … to increase the distance between your chest and the air bag to 25 cm (10 in.) or more. Do not turn off the air bags. Try not to drive for more than 4 hours a day. On …
