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… water supply/source You are travelling in an area where the safety of the water is questionable You have a weakened … least 2 minutes Store disinfected water in clean, covered, food grade containers Can I use bleach to disinfect water? … iodine sensitivity) associated with long-term iodine use. Children and pregnant women are especially sensitive and …
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… Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Protect your children. Get all their vaccines on time. The vaccines are … itself against thousands of germs. Germs are in the air, food, water, and on objects. Getting more than one vaccine …
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… person to select such things as clothing, activities, and foods. Provide regular stimulation of the senses through … someone with memory loss. Work with your doctor to make a safety plan. Here are some tips to help you. Put all poisons … person to select such things as clothing, activities, and foods. Provide regular stimulation of the senses through …
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… Staph Foodborne Illness On this page: What is staph foodborne illness? Staph foodborne illness is a type of … food and how to store it. Reading food labels and following safety instructions will reduce your chances of becoming ill …
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… Information Overview Parents who set limits for their children show them that they love and care about them. The … or dangerous? For example, do they consistently follow your safety rules while bicycling? Get help in knowing what is … or dangerous? For example, do they consistently follow your safety rules while bicycling? Get help in knowing what is …
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… and light switches, labelling and marking medicines and food, and getting rid of potential hazards. If you wear … high-contrast labels to "colour code" medicines, spices, foods, and other items. Label any medicines you take so that … such as dark tape on light carpeting works best. Attach a safety pin to the labels of clothes that have similar …
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… or monthly pill organizer with large print or braille. Home Safety To help keep your home safe: Remove area rugs or … or monthly pill organizer with large print or braille. Home Safety To help keep your home safe: Remove area rugs or …
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… Helping at meal time Helping someone with eating Home safety Making a home safe Moving someone in bed Turning … Helping at meal time Helping someone with eating Home safety Making a home safe Moving someone in bed Turning …
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… whole family is involved in physical activities together, children learn that being active is fun and makes you feel … 2 hours or less for children ages 5 to 17 years Don't use food as a reward for meeting activity goals. Make physical … 2 hours or less for children ages 5 to 17 years Don't use food as a reward for meeting activity goals. Make physical …
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… Who has a higher risk of getting swimmer’s itch? Young children who wade and splash in shallow water bodies may be … do not dive into unknown waters. See HealthLinkBC File #39 Safety Tips for Swimmers or contact the Lifesaving Society … at www.lifesaving.bc.ca for more information on swimming safety and drowning prevention Dry yourself off with a towel …