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Teething

… Symptoms When to Call a Doctor Routine Checkups Caring For Your Child Overview Teething is the normal process in which your baby's first set of teeth (primary teeth) break through … a clean finger (or cold teething ring) to gently rub the area of tooth eruption for about 2 minutes at a time. Many …

Endometriosis

… page: Health Tools Cause What Increases Your Risk Symptoms What Happens When To Call Exams and Tests … when cells that are like the cells that line the inside of your uterus grow outside of your uterus. These cells form … or other organs in the belly. In rare cases, they spread to areas beyond the belly. Endometriosis usually isn't …

Earwax

… Earwax On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment Check Your Symptoms … prostate, breasts, penis, or vagina) you now have in the area where you are having symptoms. If your symptoms aren’t …

Elder Abuse

… sexual abuse include: Bruises around the breasts or genital area. Venereal disease or genital infections that can't be … of relatives who have not been involved before. Payment for services that aren't needed. Reports from the older person … someone you know might be a victim of elder abuse, talk to your doctor. Ask the doctor what to look for, what the risks …

Ear Infections

… page: Health Tools Cause What Increases Your Risk Prevention Symptoms What Happens When to Call a … An ear infection is an infection of the middle ear , the area behind the eardrum. This infection is called otitis … and viruses. A small tube (eustachian tube) connects your ear to your throat. A cold can cause this tube to …

Radon

… has unsafe levels of radon. footnote 1 If you live in an area that has large deposits of uranium, you may be more … radon. But the construction features and exact location of your house may be just as likely to affect your risk. Even houses right next to each other can have …

Alopecia Areata

… Alopecia Areata On this page: … Alopecia areata is a type of hair loss that occurs when your immune system mistakenly attacks hair follicles , which … through a medical history and physical examination. Your doctor will ask you questions about your hair loss, …

Psoriasis

… without treatment, and then return. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor can often recognize psoriasis by looking at your skin, scalp, and nails. Special tests usually aren't … They're usually on the knees, elbows, or low back. Tiny areas of bleeding when skin scales are picked or scraped off …

Wildfire Its effects on drinking water quality

… drinking water. Wildfire smoke can have a harmful effect on your body. Drinking lots of water helps reduce inflammation … fire retardants or foams on your skin or clothing, wash the area with soap and water, and launder any clothing before … wildfire situation in B.C., see Public Safety & Emergency Services – Wildfire service at …

Residential hot tubs and pools Safe water quality

… adequate filtration and recirculation of the water in your hot tub or pool. How can I make sure the water is safe? … chemicals are within the recommended range prior to using your pool or hot tub. Disinfectants kill germs. However, … damage. Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for your chemicals and disinfection equipment. *Special note: …