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… Food, water and beverage safety Last updated December 14, 2024 … food and water safety and how to prepare for emergencies. Preventing foodborne illness Follow general food safety precautions to help …
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… Hepatitis B virus infection Last updated March 1, 2023 HealthLink BC File … someone with HBV infection Coughing or sneezing Through water or food What should I do if I have been exposed to … personal items that could have blood on them. Mix 9 parts water to 1 part bleach For more information HealthLinkBC …
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… Purifying Your Drinking Water On this page: Overview Overview … health and survival during a long emergency than having water that is safe to drink. Knowing how to purify water can help you if your regular water supply becomes …
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… Emergency Food and Water Supplies Having a supply of food and water can be helpful in any kind of extended emergency. If you are unable to leave your home, if the local water supply becomes contaminated, or if access to food and …
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… Vaginal yeast infection Last updated December 1, 2016 HealthLink BC File … not reuse condoms. Do not use 2 condoms at once. Use only water-based lubricants with male latex condoms. Oil-based … your chance of getting an STI, see HealthLinkBC File #08o Preventing sexually transmitted infections (STIs) . Image …
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… Cyclospora infection (cyclosporiasis) Last updated November 24, 2023 … Vietnamese What is cyclosporiasis? Cyclosporiasis is a foodborne intestinal infection caused by Cyclospora parasites. … Symptoms of Cyclospora infection include: Frequent watery (often explosive) diarrhea Abdominal cramps and …
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… Vaginal Yeast Infections On this page: Cause Prevention … help prevent yeast infections. Wash your vulva with plain water or unscented soap. After using the toilet, wipe from … yeast. Practice genital hygiene. Wash your vulva with plain water or a mild, unscented soap. Rinse well. After using the …
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… Preventing Foot Cramps On this page: Overview Related … Use good posture while exercising. Drink plenty of water before, during, and after you are active. This is very … Use good posture while exercising. Drink plenty of water before, during, and after you are active. This is very … Medicine & H. Michael O'Connor MD - Emergency Medicine … Preventing Foot Cramps …
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… Mycobacterium chimaera infection Last updated April 25, 2024 On this page: What is … found in the environment from sources such as soil and water, including tap water. Canadian hospitals are aware of the risk of …
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… Treating a Nail Infection On this page: Overview … of 5 mL (1 tsp) of salt dissolved in 1 L (4 cups) warm water. After soaking, apply a thin layer of petroleum jelly, … of 5 mL (1 tsp) of salt dissolved in 1 L (4 cups) warm water. After soaking, apply a thin layer of petroleum jelly, …
