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Environmental Health

British Columbia Specific Information

Whether you are inside your home or outside enjoying recreational activities, you need to be aware of factors that can affect your health. To learn more about topics such as indoor air quality, water safety, sun safety and bug bites, see our HealthLinkBC Files Environment Category web page.

Learn about environmental health

Harmful substances in the environment—such as radon, lead, and pesticides—can make you sick. Our environmental health topics can help you learn more about these hazards so you can ensure that the places you live, work, and play are safe for you and your family.

Find the information you need in topics such as:

Environmental Illness.
Lead Poisoning.
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning.
Radon.
Tips for Reducing Indoor Pollutants in Your Home.

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Asbestos and Lung Cancer
Avoiding Mercury in Fish
Black Lung Disease
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Child Safety: Air Pollution
Controlling Indoor Mould
Environmental Illness
Insect Repellents
Lead Poisoning
Purifying Your Drinking Water
Quitting Smoking and Avoiding Smoke During Pregnancy
Radiation Exposure: Risks and Health Effects
Radon
Tips for Reducing Indoor Pollutants in Your Home

Carbon Monoxide (CO) Test
Lead (Pb) Test

Allergies: Avoiding Indoor Triggers
Allergies: Avoiding Outdoor Triggers

Current as of: March 2, 2023

Author: Healthwise Staff

Medical Review:Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine & Martin J. Gabica MD - Family Medicine

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