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… 32 What is asbestos? Asbestos refers to a group of naturally … fibers that are released into the air. When you inhale large amounts of asbestos … Asbestos only poses a potential health risk when it is fraying or crumbling, and when …
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… 49h What is asbestos? Asbestos refers to a group of … alternative pipes. Always take precautions when handling deteriorating pipes to protect … see HealthLinkBC File #32 Asbestos: When should I worry? Health Canada and the World …
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… doctor about them. Breast Cancer Screening: When Should I Start Having Mammograms? 1 Get the … These tests can be harmful and cause a lot of worry. Mammograms may find cancers that will …
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… Overview Asbestos is a substance that was used in … and digestive tracts. Contact with asbestos over time has been linked with cancer. Most contact with asbestos is work-related. Some older homes may …
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… that have come into contact with flood water should be handled carefully. Flood waters … contaminated and can make people sick. When is it safe to return home? Do not return … Drinking Water . Should I worry about asbestos? If you must remove building …
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… 12a Influenza (Flu) Series What should seniors know about the inactivated … shorter time compared to influenza infection. When should seniors get the influenza vaccine? … by: Getting an influenza vaccine Staying home when you are ill Washing your hands regularly …
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… to your doctor about them. Inguinal Hernia: Should I Have Surgery Now, or Should I Wait? 1 … problem called strangulation. This occurs when a loop of intestine or a piece of fatty … hernia (say "IN-gwuh-nul HER-nee-uh") occurs when tissue pushes through a weak spot in your …
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… illness? An environmental illness can occur when you are exposed to toxins or substances … are known to cause lung cancer. Exposure to asbestos. Asbestos is an insulating material … exposure to mould. If you do find mould, it should be removed. If the mouldy area is less …
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… to other harmful substances, including asbestos , radioactive dust, radon , or … bloody mucus. Chest symptoms, such as: Chest, shoulder, or back pain that doesn't go away … on how much the cancer has grown and spread. When to Call a Doctor Call 9-1-1 or other …
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… doctor about them. Advance Care Planning: Should I Receive CPR and Life Support? 1 Get … you will want to have CPR and life support when your heart and breathing stop. If you are … My illness is far enough along that I'm not worried about any other emergencies that could …
