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… spill of mercury in a blood pressure device), the lungs and airways can become irritated. This causes symptoms such as … (such as carpets) Ventilate the spill area directly to the outdoors by opening doors and windows, if possible Turn off any interior ventilation or fans that could circulate air from the spill site to other areas of the home. This …
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… Child Abuse and Neglect Child Car Seats Child Safety: Air Pollution Child Safety: Bathing Child Safety: Bicycles and … Problems Nursemaid's Elbow Object Stuck in a Child's Airway Oral Rehydration Solutions for Children Orchiopexy …
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… precautions can be taken to reduce exposure. Removing, repairing or disturbing lead paint through normal wear-and-tear such as paint on doors, windows, stairs and railings can expose you and your family to health … contain any dust during renovations or clean-up. If working outdoors, use drop sheets to catch any paint scrapings, …
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… Protect your skin. Use sunscreen and insect repellent when outdoors. Ask your doctor how to handle any cuts, scratches, … garments, such as stockings or sleeves, when you travel by air. Changes in cabin pressure during flight can cause … Protect your skin. Use sunscreen and insect repellent when outdoors. Ask your doctor how to handle any cuts, scratches, …
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… exposure to the stinging insects. Be cautious when you are outdoors. Pay special attention to areas where stinging … may nest. Be cautious when eating outside. When eating outdoors, don't put your picnic out until you are ready to … and trash containers. Avoid scented cosmetics, deodorants, hair sprays, lotions, aftershave, and floral perfumes, which …
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… for a lung disease is working. The tests look at: How much air your lungs can hold. How quickly you can move air in and out of your lungs. How well your lungs put oxygen … be repeated after you inhale medicine that enlarges your airways (bronchodilator). There are several different types …
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… exercises, such as low-impact aerobics or swimming. Avoid outdoor extremes. Don't exercise outdoors in extreme temperatures, high humidity, or poor air quality. When the weather is bad, exercise indoors at a …
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… agriculture, lumber and plant nurseries. Human exposure to airborne spongy moth hairs, silken threads and shed skins during large-scale … wait until the spray has cleared from the air before going outdoors, usually after about 1 hour. For more information …
