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… fires). Wildfires can affect your health and safety in many ways. The smoke from wildfires can affect the quality of the … care for evacuees Smoke particles can irritate the airways as well as the cardiovascular system. When smoke levels are …
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… visit HealthLinkBC File #42 Radon in homes and other dwellings . How can I improve indoor air quality? For … File for each type of contaminant. There are 3 basic ways to improve indoor air quality: Control the source: … or reduce the level of emissions. This step should always be considered first to improve indoor air quality. Some …
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… because the strains of staph known as MRSA do not respond well to many common antibiotics used to kill bacteria. When … infections but they cannot cure viral infections. Always ask your doctor if antibiotics are the best treatment. … antibiotics when they won't help you get better. Always take all your antibiotic medicine as prescribed by your …
Medications
… for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete … If you are using the chewable tablets, chew each tablet well and swallow. If you are using the liquid form of this … be checked even if they do not have symptoms. To keep from being infected again, everyone in the household may need to …
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… some skin barrier paste on the barrier if it does not stick well to your skin. Remove the old pouch and barrier. Remove … wet face cloth or wipe. You may use soap. If you do, rinse well. Allow your skin to dry, and check your skin and stoma … slip. But check with your doctor about how to be safe while being active, whether you play sports or do your exercise …
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… was crying? What comfort measures were used? Was the baby being held when the crying began? Sleeping periods. Was the … arms? Awake times. Was the baby alone and happy or being held? Were bathing, changing, or other activities … was crying? What comfort measures were used? Was the baby being held when the crying began? Sleeping periods. Was the …
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… may appear. Stings that involve the eye may cause pain, swelling, excessive tears, blurred vision, or increased … allergic reaction can start within minutes of eating or being exposed to an allergen. While symptoms usually occur … use them, check the label. If you do use these medicines, always follow the directions about how much to use based on …
Medications
… for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete … attacks, and kidney problems. It is also used to treat swelling (edema) caused by certain conditions (such as heart … for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete …
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… it can help you stay hydrated. Position yourself well. When you and your baby are aligned, the baby can latch … start of pain or burning when breastfeeding has been going well without problems. Symptoms of a breast abscess Symptoms … it can help you stay hydrated. Position yourself well. When you and your baby are aligned, the baby can latch …
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… in your diet. Iron from plant foods is not absorbed as well as iron from meats. Eat foods that contain vitamin C to … Deficiency Anemia Vegetarian Diets for Children and Teens A well-planned vegetarian or vegan diet can be healthy for … in your diet. Iron from plant foods is not absorbed as well as iron from meats. Eat foods that contain vitamin C to …
