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… Disinfecting drinking water Last updated July 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 49b Download PDF Document English … kills or removes pathogens from drinking water, reducing health risks. You can disinfect water by adding chemicals, … but only for short periods of time. There are potential health concerns (thyroid problems or iodine sensitivity) …
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… Insect repellents and DEET Last updated April 1, 2015 HealthLink BC File number 96 Download PDF Document English … the virus. For more information on West Nile Virus, see HealthLinkBC File #88 West Nile virus . What is DEET? DEET … use against them. For more information on tick bites, see HealthLinkBC File #01 Tick bites and disease . Is DEET safe? …
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… 11 and Younger Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, … Critical Care Medicine Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, … Care Medicine This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise, Incorporated disclaims any …
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… Anemia Current as of: March 22, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - … MD - Gastroenterology Current as of: March 22, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - … MD - Gastroenterology This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise, Incorporated disclaims any …
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… Giardia infection Last updated March 4, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 10 Download PDF Document English … and treated? If you think you have giardiasis, see your health care provider for testing, advice and treatment. You may be asked to submit a stool …
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… for you. This information is not individual medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about this …
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… Sexual assault (rape). Suicide prevention. Mental health information. Drug and alcohol use problems. Other health information. Your local provincial health information … Telehealth Ontario: Visit www.ontario.ca/page/get-medical-advice-telehealth-ontario or call 1-866-797-0000. Assaulted …
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… Cryptosporidium infection Last updated February 1, 2018 HealthLink BC File number 48 Download PDF Document English … usually last for 1 to 2 weeks in people who are otherwise healthy. In some cases, symptoms can return after you have … has been issued for your community water system, take the advice seriously and follow the instructions provided If you …
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… Safe sleeping for babies Last updated October 1, 2018 HealthLink BC File number 107 Download PDF Document English … For more information on sleep related infant death, see HealthLinkBC File #46 Sleep related infant death . Share … Babies should always be placed on their backs to sleep. Healthy babies and newborns do not choke or have any …
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… Also at risk are older adults and people who have long-term health problems, such as a weakened immune system . There … is it diagnosed? Your doctor will ask questions about your health and do an examination. A lumbar puncture , or spinal … - Infectious Disease This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise, Incorporated disclaims any …
