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Norovirus

… ill when you touch these surfaces and then place your hands or fingers in your mouth. The virus can also spread if … running water, soap and cleansing of the hands for about 20 seconds. For more information see HealthLinkBC File #85 Hand … an internal temperature of 90°C (194°F) for a minimum of 90 seconds will destroy the virus. For information on how to …

Sprained Ankle Rehabilitation Exercises

… keeping your knee straight. Hold this position for 15 to 30 seconds, and repeat 2 to 4 times. In moderate to severe … be your guide. Calf stretch . Stand facing a wall with your hands on the wall at about eye level. Put the leg you want … a stretch in the back leg. Hold the stretch for 15 to 30 seconds. Repeat 2 to 4 times. Repeat the exercise with the …

Pregnancy

… estimate when you are likely to deliver your baby. Your second trimester Learn what to expect during the second trimester (15-27 weeks) of your pregnancy. Your third …

Allergies in Children Giving an Epinephrine Shot to a Child

… 4 < Prev Next > slide 2 of 4, Step 2, With the other hand, pull off the cap. Step 3 slide 3 of 4 < Prev Next … thigh. Keep the injector tip in your child's thigh for 10 seconds. The injection is complete. It is normal for most of … the medicine entered the skin. Rub the area for about 10 seconds. Step 4 slide 4 of 4 < Prev Next > slide 4 of …

Fitness Increasing Core Stability

… your back, or prop yourself up on several pillows. Put one hand on your belly and the other on your chest. When you … three normal curves in your spine.) Hold this for about 6 seconds. Remember to keep breathing normally. Rest for up to 10 seconds. Repeat 8 to 12 times. Bridging (feet flat) Lie on …

Indoor air quality

… exhaust from an attached garage, wood heaters and tobacco smoke. Smoke from wildfires can affect indoor air quality, … feature) HealthLinkBC File #30a The harmful effects of second-hand tobacco smoke and vapour Formaldehyde and other …

Teenage Tobacco Use

… on the brain. The lungs readily absorb nicotine from the smoke of cigarettes, cigars, or pipes. The tissues of the … pipes, or chews tobacco. Nicotine reaches the brain within seconds and has a direct effect on the body for up to 30 … pipes, or chews tobacco. Nicotine reaches the brain within seconds and has a direct effect on the body for up to 30 …

Babys Sleep Position and Sudden Infant Death Syndrome

… drugs while you are pregnant. And don't expose your baby to second-hand smoke during or after your pregnancy. For at least the first …

Dealing With Emergencies

… Take a deep breath. Count to 10. Tell yourself you can handle the situation. Check for danger. Protect yourself and … push "fast." (Fast means to push between 1 and 2 times a second.) If you are trained in CPR, see Step 3 : Start … push "fast." (Fast means to push between 1 and 2 times a second.) Rescue breathing is more important to do for …

Lung Problems Learning to Breathe Easier

… method. If you are standing, you may want to rest your hands on the edge of a table or the back of a chair. Breathe … your nose, with your mouth closed. Breathe in for about 2 seconds. Pucker your lips like you would to blow out a … out slowly through your lips. Breathe out for 4 to 6 seconds. As you get more comfortable doing this breathing …