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… normal. Extreme heat happens when the heat and humidity are much higher than we would expect during a normal summer … heat can be harmful to anyone's health, but people who are pregnant or had a baby within the past 6 weeks may be at … of pregnancy related complications. If it gets very hot in your home, plan to go somewhere cooler if possible.  By …
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… It’s most common in late winter to early spring. What are the symptoms of fifth disease? Many of the symptoms, … can spread it to others by coughing or sneezing. Sometimes you can get the disease just by touching the saliva or nasal … from getting it again. More than half of all adults have already had fifth disease and therefore cannot get it again. …
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… in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What are COVID-19 mRNA vaccines? The COVID-19 mRNA vaccines … 2 (SARS-CoV-2) that causes COVID-19. The vaccines cause your body to produce antibodies that will help protect you … risk of serious illness from COVID-19 due to health inequities resulting from colonialism. More information, …
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… us to communicate, to be warned about danger and to be aware of the world around us. Nearly 1 out of every 4 Canadian … hearing tests should be conducted once a year. What are the signs that you may have hearing loss? You may have hearing loss if you: …
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… About Respiratory Problems in Newborns On this page: What are respiratory problems? How are these problems treated? What can you expect? What are respiratory problems? When a newborn …
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… means having diverticulosis or diverticulitis. Diverticula are small pouches or sacs that usually form in the walls of … constipation, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting and fever. If you have diverticulitis you may need to take medicine and … water your drink of choice. Fibre draws water into your stools to keep them soft and easy to pass. Exercise …
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… updated January 26, 2019 Download PDF Document English Do you look for food and nutrition information on the internet? … a challenge. While some food and nutrition recommendations are based on strong scientific research, many are not. Some advice can be incorrect, misleading, and may …
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… cold sores, insect bites or patches of eczema. What are the symptoms? A child with impetigo will have a skin … become coated with a yellow or grey crust. The blistered area will often be surrounded by redness. The rash will … severe pain, worsening redness, weakness and fever. If you or your child has these symptoms, discuss them with your …
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… Cases occur mainly in the summer and early fall. What are the symptoms? Symptoms start 3 to 6 days after being … also possible to be infected and have no symptoms. What are the complications? Dehydration (loss of body fluids) is … of hand, foot and mouth disease. This can occur if you or your child does not drink enough liquids due to pain …
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… I take to avoid botulism? To avoid botulism, use extreme care when canning at home. There are different methods of canning for high-acid and low-acid … lid and a pressure gauge. By cooking under pressure, you can increase the temperature of boiling water from 100°C …