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… Lead paint and hazards Last updated September 1, 2017 HealthLink BC File … research shows that absorption of even very low levels of lead into the blood may have harmful health effects on the …
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… Lead Poisoning On this page: What is lead poisoning? Lead poisoning occurs when you absorb too … or swallowing a substance with lead in it, such as paint, dust, water, or food. Lead can damage almost every …
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… Lead in drinking water Last updated November 14, 2022 … lead from many sources, such as food, drinking water, soil, paint and dust. There is no evidence that drinking water in … about lead paint, see HealthLinkBC File #31 Lead Paint and Hazards . How can lead get into my drinking water? Lead was …
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… Lead Poisoning Screening On this page: Overview Related … your doctor about whether you or your family is at risk for lead poisoning. During a routine health examination, the … Houses built in Canada before 1976 may contain lead-based paint . This question could apply to a facility such as a …
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… Lead (Pb) Test On this page: Test Overview Why It Is Done … Information Test Overview This test measures the amount of lead in a person's blood. Lead is a poisonous (toxic) metal … lead-contaminated foods, water, or other material (such as paint chips). By breathing dust or smoke containing lead. …
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… Swallowed Button Disc Battery, Magnet, or Object With Lead On this page: Overview Overview … the problem. Medical treatment may be needed. Objects with lead Objects that contain lead (such as bullets, buckshot, fishing weights and …
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… child can loosen these parts, and the crib can collapse. Lead-free paint. Older cribs may have paint that has lead in it. … So it's important to be aware of the common crib hazards. To help keep your child safe, use recommended …
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… glow softly and so are easier to identify. You can also use paint in a contrasting colour to mark electrical outlets, … and other items so that they are easier to find and use. Paint door frames in a contrasting colour. If the door is … such as dark tape on light carpeting. Avoid potential hazards Replace or remove any worn carpeting or floor …
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… toys and jewellery, haven't been recalled because of high lead levels or other hazards. If your child is exposed to lead, they might … of Canada. Have a qualified person test for lead in paint on walls and other surfaces, especially in homes built …
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… Turpentine products, kerosene, lye, lighter fluid, and paint thinners and solvents. Garden products, especially … Batteries and mothballs. Reduce your child's exposure to lead in your home, drinking water, foods and other items. … when ingested. Many products kept in garages also are fire hazards. Alcohol and medicines Keep alcohol, medicines …
