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… Emergency Food and Water Supplies … Having a supply of food and water can be helpful in any kind of extended emergency. If you are unable to leave your …
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… Feeding your baby: During an emergency … power outages can leave you without shelter, supplies, electricity or safe water. Babies are at a higher risk of getting … to, breastfeed or chestfeed often during an emergency. This can help you and your baby stay …
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… Feeding your baby: Preparing for an emergency … File #69g Feeding your baby: During an emergency. The information below can help you … bottles and nipples A liquid measuring cup A food thermometer (for powdered formula) …
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… Wildfire: Its effects on drinking water quality … by a wildfire? Do not drink, prepare food, or wash with tap water until officials … situation in B.C., see Public Safety & Emergency Services – Wildfire service at …
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… Caring for seniors in long-term care in an emergency … B.C. health authorities are required to have emergency preparedness plans for all health … for yourself and your family Can you prepare food that meets their dietary needs? For …
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… affect air quality, cause shortages of safe water and food, and cut off your access to electricity, … can limit your exposure to them. Create an emergency plan and supplies kit to provide for …
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… of the air, a power outage may spoil your food or you may have to evacuate if a wildfire …
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… and exercise regularly. Drink plenty of water before, during, and after you are active. … different from what you expected. If an emergency or an urgent situation arises, your … ahead of time and buying necessary supplies. For more information, see the topic …
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… cause breathing problems. Unsafe drinking water. For example, water from a rural well … is found in tobacco smoke, fuels, and paint supplies. Limit your exposure to newly … is used to line the inside of some types of food cans and other containers. A study has …
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… time. This means that your body needs less food energy than before. How much and how well … The kidneys are less able to keep enough water in your body. And the heart can start to … easily forget. Examination and test results. Emergency medical information, such as …
