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… level, we try to avoid getting a disease by leading a healthy lifestyle. This can include physical activity, good … are. Tertiary prevention Tertiary prevention focuses on people who are already affected by a disease. The goal is to … complications, and restoring function. This is done by treating the disease and providing rehabilitation. The …
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… into the drinking water distribution systems, causing people to ingest (drink or eat) it or breathe in (inhale) … 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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… Why is folate important for my health? Folate helps make healthy new cells. If you do not get enough folate, you could get anemia. People who have anemia feel tired or weak, and may have a … or barbiturates) Can I get enough folate from food? Eating foods with natural folate and foods fortified with …
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… or surgery, often 8 hours or more. Religious fasting. Many people fast as part of their religion. For example, people … for weight loss. They all require limiting food (or not eating at all) on certain days of the week or during certain … of the day. Experts don't agree on whether fasting is a healthy way to lose weight and keep it off over time. What …
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… physical activity keeps teenage bodies and minds fit and healthy – and during adolescence, your child needs at least … in their lunch break, teenagers are often busy socializing, eating and doing other slow-paced things. Did you know? In … reading and time with family and friends. Screen time guidelines: children aged 5-12 years should spend no more …
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… cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) is effective for treating PTSD. Cognitive processing therapy and prolonged … and Your Health Anxiety Depression Grief and Grieving Healthy Eating High Blood Pressure Panic Attacks and Panic … Foa et al., eds., Effective Treatments for PTSD: Practice Guidelines From the International Society for Traumatic …
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… of the intestine. It is most common in babies who are born early (premature). Many newborns who have it go on to live healthy lives. But if the infection becomes severe, it can … baby will be ready to leave the hospital when he or she is eating well and is not losing weight. The nurse can show you …
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… care and preparation. Food borne illness is caused by eating food contaminated with bacteria, viruses and/or … creates prime conditions for bacteria to grow and thrive People are less likely to follow food safety guidelines, like hand washing and keeping food cool, when …
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… the lining of the baby's intestines. Human milk helps healthy bacteria grow in the intestines while formula allows … risk of allergies. Overfeeding. Babies who are overfed in early infancy are more likely to be obese later in life. If … is recovering from the birth. Is your baby full term and healthy? It's rare for healthy babies born at 38 weeks or …
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… refers to blood sugar levels that are higher than normal; nearly 50% of those with prediabetes will go on to develop … body weight and blood sugar control do not change. Canadian guidelines recommend that adults living with obesity, … and staying safe with physical activity. Being Active for a Healthy Weight (Exercise is Medicine, USA) This handout …
