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… keep longer as it destroys many of the microbes that can cause spoilage. Raw freshly pressed or squeezed juices are not … water or the juice is not pasteurized before consumption. How serious is this problem? This problem is very serious … or farm markets should not be offered unpasteurized juice. How do I know if a juice is pasteurized? Most juices sold in …
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… attached garages VOCs can be released from products during use and even in storage. However, the amounts of VOCs emitted from products tend to … VOCs are suspected of causing cancer and some have been shown to cause cancer in humans. Most people are not affected …
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… page: Common questions about cannabis Safe and responsible use Talking about substance use with your family Cannabis for medical purposes Laws and … with your family. For more information and resources on how to talk to your family: Centre for Addiction and Mental …
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… consent" is the consent a child gives to receive or refuse health care after the child has been assessed by a … care involves and The benefits and risks of the health care How does "mature minor consent" relate to immunization? In … younger to give consent for their child to be immunized. However, there may be extenuating circumstances in which a …
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… impetigo? Impetigo is a bacterial infection of the skin caused by either Staphylococcus aureus (staph) bacteria, group … can get into the bloodstream and cause kidney disease. How is it spread? Impetigo is very infectious. It spreads … With treatment, impetigo should be gone in about 7 days. How can you help? Keep your child with impetigo at home …
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… way to protect them from serious disease. Yes No I know how the immune system works. Yes No I know how vaccines work with the immune system. Yes No If you have … system and how does it work? You may have heard about viruses and bacteria, often called germs. Some germs that enter …
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… harmful products locked up, out of sight and out of reach How to childproof To childproof your home, remove as many … out of reach. More tips for childproofing your home: Image Use hardware mounted swing gates at the top and bottom of … equipment Keep items such as toys, clothing and household items with strings, cords or ribbons longer than 15 …
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… traveller’s diarrhea and cholera, which are infections caused by 2 types of bacteria. The vaccine is approved by … required if you continue to travel or work in these areas. How is the vaccine given? Traveller’s diarrhea Adults and … last dose. The travel clinic will provide instructions on how to take the vaccine at home. It is important to follow …
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… red rash that appears on the face, neck, arms and legs. Because of immunization, measles is now a rare disease in Canada. However, measles is still common in other parts of the … on vaccinations to protect you and your baby. If you are breastfeeding or chest feeding, the MMR vaccine is safe for …
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… home until emergency authorities say it is safe to do so. How can I prepare to evacuate in an emergency? Create a … network about any health conditions or medications. Show them how to use specialized medical mobility equipment, such as lifts, …
