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… of quitting for good. Avoid outdoor lung irritants such as air pollution. Try to stay inside with your windows closed when air pollution is bad. Use air-conditioning in hot weather so you don't have to open …
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… arsenic may cause stomach pain, vomiting, diarrhea and impaired nerve function. Impaired nerve function may cause a ‘pins and needles’ … information on The Guidelines for Canadian Drinking Water Quality, see …
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… cord injury and low back pain can affect mobility and quality of life. Learn about these health concerns and … the buttock. Because low back pain can affect mobility and quality of life, rehabilitation is an important part of its …
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… how you breathe. COPD's effect on breathing In COPD, the airways of the lungs (bronchial tubes) become inflamed and … out and can become clogged with mucus . This reduces airflow through the bronchial tubes. This is called airway obstruction. It makes it difficult to move air in and …
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… work. When you have COPD, your lungs can't move as much air in and out as they should. And the more serious your COPD is, the less air your lungs are able to move. Spirometry tests are used to measure lung function. They measure how much air you breathe out when you take long, deep breaths and …
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… have a weakened immune system, or are concerned about the quality of the drinking water in your community. For more … water advisory or notice, or you are concerned about the quality of the water in your community, see HealthLinkBC … Drinking Water . If you have concerns about the quality of the water you are drinking, contact the local …
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… is a year-round problem. Reduce dust and dust mites in the air. Don't use window or attic fans, which bring air containing pollen, mould spores, and other allergens into your home. Use air conditioning so you don't have to open windows. This …
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… measures how much and how quickly you can breathe air in and out. An exercise challenge test can see what effect exercise has on airflow. Most people with asthma have some decreased airflow during or after exercise. But most people who have …
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… When eczema is not well controlled, it can affect a child's quality of life and health. It increases the chance of skin … fabrics Temperature extremes, including hot and cold, dry air Skin Infections Children with eczema often have more …
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… be uncomfortable after feedings if he or she has swallowed air during the feeding. Burping helps get rid of air that the baby has swallowed. Burp a breastfeeding baby … of age. Sometimes breast milk or formula comes up with the air when the baby burps. A clean face cloth, cloth diaper, …