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… for bacteria to grow and thrive. People can become sick by eating foods contaminated with bacteria or the poisons that … picnic and camping meals: Disinfecting drinking water (HealthLinkBC File #49b) Food Safety: Easy ways to make food … method First Nations Health Authority: Safe and healthy foods for family and community gatherings Summer …
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… these affect the genitals. Two types cause 70 per cent of cancers of the cervix, plus some less common cancers of the … has occurred. For more information on the HPV vaccines, see HealthLinkBC File #101b Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccines … can have an STI and not have any symptoms. Finding and treating an STI reduces the chances of passing infections on …
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… On this page: Heat-related illnesses Heat stroke Staying healthy in the heat Extreme heat Extreme heat emergency … visit: Heat-related illness in infants and young children (HealthLinkBC File #35c) Heat rash Heat syncope (Fainting) … for heat stroke Heat stroke: Emergency symptoms Heat stroke prevention: What to wear Staying healthy in the heat When it …
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… baby Heal after giving birth Decrease your risk of breast cancer, ovarian cancer and diabetes When can I start … Continue to offer human milk. For more information, see HealthLinkBC File #69c Baby’s first foods . What do I eat … foods for babies and toddlers (#69i) Vegan feeding guidelines for babies and toddlers (#69j) Vegetarian feeding …
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… disease caused by infection with a virus. People get it by eating food or drinking water contaminated with feces. You … one-time booster against polio. For more information, visit HealthLinkBC File #13 Polio vaccine (IPV) . Hepatitis A … permanent liver damage. It is also the main cause of liver cancer, which can be fatal. The vaccine is recommended if …
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… water while swimming. You can also become infected by eating raw or undercooked food contaminated with … usually last for 1 to 2 weeks in people who are otherwise healthy. In some cases, symptoms can return after you have … adult when washing their hands. For more information, see HealthLinkBC File #85 Hand washing: Help stop the spread of …
Health topics
… using corticosteroids or taking medicines to treat prostate cancer, can also lower the level of testosterone in your … it treated? Treatment for osteoporosis may include adopting healthy habits and taking medicine to reduce bone loss and … The vitamin D recommendations vary by province. Refer to HealthLinkBC File #68e Food Sources of Calcium and Vitamin D …
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… risk of infant death How can I keep my teeth and gums healthy? Your teeth can be affected by what you eat and … You can help your baby to develop strong teeth and bones by eating healthy foods during pregnancy and getting enough … For more information about dental care for your baby, visit HealthLinkBC File #19 Dental Care for Your Infant and …
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… For information on health risks of inhaling asbestos, see HealthLinkBC File #32 Asbestos: When should I worry? Health … asbestos in drinking water? BC references Health Canada's Guidelines for Canadian Drinking Water Quality as the … water www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/publications/healthy-living/asbestos-drinking-water-infographic-2021.html …
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… and animals may carry the bacteria and still look and feel healthy. Lakes and streams can also be contaminated by these … For more information For more information see the following HealthLinkBC Files: HealthLinkBC File #03 Pasteurized and raw milk …
