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… Nitrate in well water Last updated March 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number … above health guideline levels. Nitrate concentrations in drinking water are a concern when levels are above the … and odorless, you cannot tell if you have nitrate in your well water unless you test for it. Nitrate is more …
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… Cottonmouth (Water Moccasin) On this page: Overview … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the …
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… Water safety for toddlers Last updated July 18, 2019 Playing … at a water table, stay close enough to watch - and reach - your child at all times. Always hold onto your toddler’s hand when on a dock or near a pool - your …
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… Food, water and beverage safety Last updated December 14, 2024 … Follow general food safety precautions to help lower your risk of illness: Food safety: Easy ways to make food … in B.C. and when extra steps are needed to make water safe: Drinking water Waterborne infections in British …
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… Emergency Food and Water Supplies Having a supply of food and water can be … any kind of extended emergency. If you are unable to leave your home, if the local water supply becomes contaminated, … the water needed for hygiene and cooking as well as drinking, a reasonable guideline is to store 4 litres of …
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… Drinking More Than You Want To? On this page: Overview … one drink leads to another … and another. Have you found yourself drinking more lately? Do you wonder if maybe you're … a no-alcohol drink that you enjoy, like flavoured seltzer water or tonic with a lemon wedge. Or have a large glass of …
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… Safe Water for Mixing Infant Formula On this page: Overview Overview Check with your local water supplier to find out if your tap water is … has not been used for a number of hours before using it for drinking or cooking. Buy and use a water filter certified to …
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… E. Coli Infection From Food or Water On this page: Cause Prevention … may have a fever or other symptoms. How is it diagnosed? If your doctor thinks you may have an E. coli infection, they … have touched raw meat. Use only treated, or chlorinated, drinking water. Wash your hands often, especially after …
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… Wildfires and your health Last updated July 12, 2024 Download PDF: … experience issues such as poor air quality or contaminated water. For more information on emergency preparedness, … affected by fire retardants or power outages: Disinfecting drinking water (HealthLinkBC File #49b) First Nations Health …
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… Dehydration: Drinking Enough Fluids (Babies and Young Children) On this page: Overview Overview When your child is not feeling well, he or she may not want anything to drink. This may happen if your child has a fever or diarrhea or is vomiting. It is …