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… constipation with diet: adults Last updated March 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 68l Nutrition Series Download PDF … medications Use of supplements such as iron and calcium Health conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome, … fruit, including dried fruit Whole grain and whole wheat products, such as breads, cereals, pasta, brown rice, oats, …
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… Airways Learning Center Learn about your lungs and airways Healthy lungs allow you to breathe easily, without … Test for COVID-19 Asbestos and Lung Cancer Assess Your Tobacco Use Assessing Your Asthma Knowledge Asthma Action … 12 and Older Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection Risks of Smoking Cigars and Pipes Sarah's Story: Dealing …
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… Achilles Tendon Tear On this page: Health Tools Cause What Increases Your Risk Symptoms What … from an Achilles tendon tear, don't smoke or use other tobacco products. Smoking slows healing. This is because it …
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… High Cholesterol On this page: Health Tools What Increases Your Risk Prevention What … your body. It also comes from food you eat (meat and dairy products). Having high cholesterol can lead to the buildup … can help you know your risk and balance the benefits and risks of your treatment options. Health Tools Health Tools …
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… organic compounds (VOCs) Last updated December 13, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 65d Download PDF Document English … air quality and human health. Where do VOCs come from? Many products commonly found in our homes release VOCs through … The burning of fuels such as natural gas, wood and kerosene Tobacco products Personal care products such as perfume and …
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… Asthma in Children On this page: Overview Health Tools Cause Symptoms What Happens What Increases Your … gets asthma. And not everyone with asthma has allergies. Tobacco smoke can both cause asthma and make it worse. … having a pet in the home may make his or her asthma worse. Risks for very bad asthma attacks Your child may be at …
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… Urinary Incontinence in Men On this page: Condition Overview Health Tools Cause Symptoms What Happens What Increases Your … tools are designed to help people determine health risks, ideal weight, target heart rate, and more. … decreased bladder capacity and physical frailty. Smoking tobacco. Injury to the bladder or urethra , such as from …
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… Asbestos in drinking water Last updated April 4, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 49h Download PDF Document English … during construction, they are typically replaced with alternative pipes. Always take precautions when handling … cause cancers and lung diseases. For information on health risks of inhaling asbestos, see HealthLinkBC File #32 …
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… obvious signs that a person may be drinking alcohol, using tobacco, or using other substances. This is not a complete … A distinctive smell on the breath and clothing Tobacco products in the person's possession Cannabis Sweet smell on … Substance Use Current as of: March 22, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Patrice Burgess MD - Family …
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… Chronic Kidney Disease On this page: Health Tools Cause What Increases Your Risk Prevention … and watch your fluid intake. Be active. Don't smoke or use tobacco. Limit alcohol and avoid illegal drugs. Avoid … to get a new kidney (transplant). Both treatments have risks and benefits. Talk with your doctor to decide which is …
