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… is both an electrolyte and mineral. It helps keep the water (the amount of fluid inside and outside the body's … can be caused by a high-sodium diet or by not drinking enough water and being dehydrated . Dehydration may also be …
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… Taking corticosteroids or certain other medicines. Drinking too much alcohol. Smoking. Not getting enough calcium and vitamin D. Being inactive due to being in … Taking corticosteroids or certain other medicines. Drinking too much alcohol. Smoking. Not getting enough …
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… experience issues such as poor air quality or contaminated water. For more information on emergency preparedness, … affected by fire retardants or power outages: Disinfecting drinking water (HealthLinkBC File #49b) First Nations Health … After Wildfires (PDF 246 KB) Government of Canada: Food and drinking water safety in an emergency Interior Health: Power …
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… for summer barbeque, picnic and camping meals: Disinfecting drinking water (HealthLinkBC File #49b) Food Safety: Easy ways to … Disease Control: Wildfire smoke Wildfire: Its effects on drinking water quality (HealthLinkBC File #49f) Useful …
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… of fluids, and comfort measures such as heating pads or hot water bottles. Do no use heating pads with children. Painful … body pain and some sickle cell crises can be prevented by: Drinking plenty of water and other fluids, especially … activity and when you have a fever or infection. Drink enough so that your urine is light yellow or clear like …
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… can be a sign of injury. Make sure that your child gets enough rest and nutrition. Place a limit on your child's … and heat exhaustion When your child is active and not drinking enough fluids, dehydration is a risk. The muscles … Do activities during the coolest parts of the day. Drink water throughout the day, every day. Drink extra water …
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… of contractions as waves rolling over you. Labouring in water. Soaking in warm water may help ease stress in early … are safe. But for some people, they may not offer enough pain relief. Talk to your doctor or midwife about … are safe. But for some people, they may not offer enough pain relief. Talk to your doctor or midwife about …
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… Cool the person's entire body by sponging or spraying cold water, and fan the person to help lower the person's body … response to heatstroke. If the person is awake and alert enough to swallow, give the person fluids [ 1 L (32 fl oz) … You may have to help. Make sure the person is sitting up enough so that he or she does not choke. Most people with …
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… updated June 10, 2024 Worried that your baby isn't getting enough to eat? Talk to your healthcare provider before you … supplement is because they worry their baby is not getting enough to eat. Babies go through 'growth spurts' at about … baby. Nipple confusion. If other liquids such formula or water are given by bottle, some babies have difficulty …
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… And, although you may fall asleep with no problems after drinking alcohol late in the evening, drinking alcohol … and work or school schedule. If night owls don't get enough sleep, they can feel tired and need to sleep during … at your destination, try to stay awake. On the plane, drink water to avoid dehydration. Avoid alcohol and drinks that …
