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Cyanobacteria blooms blue-green algae

… information on safe drinking water, visit HealthLinkBC File #49b Disinfecting Drinking … information on safe drinking water, visit HealthLinkBC File #49b Disinfecting Drinking …

Wildfire Its effects on drinking water quality

… 49f Wildfires can impact water sources used for our drinking water. For example: nearby streams, … Wildfire smoke can have a harmful effect on your body. Drinking lots of water helps reduce …

Health Risks in the Wilderness

… provider. You may need the tetanus vaccine. Rabies is a very serious disease carried by a … must begin as soon as possible to prevent rabies, which can be fatal if left untreated. … Tick Bites and Disease HealthLinkBC File #07a Rabies HealthLinkBC File #88 West Nile Virus …

Colour Blindness

… found in the layer of nerves (retina) at the back of the eye. Almost always, the problem … found in the layer of nerves (retina) at the back of the eye. Almost always, the problem …

Shoulder Problems and Injuries

… movements. They may cause tendons to rub or scrape against a part of the shoulder blade … spread to the bones of the shoulder or spine. Abuse. Any shoulder injury (especially a … habits, smoking, alcohol or drug use, sexual history, and travel. Try Home Treatment …

Leg Injuries

… from everyday wear and tear, overuse, or an injury. Leg injuries are most likely to occur … ropy fibres that connect muscle to bone (tendons), such as a ruptured Achilles tendon . … that cushions and lubricates the bones ( bursitis ). Inflammation, tearing, or fraying …

Arm Injuries

… Pain may be sudden and severe. Bruising and swelling may start soon after the injury. … activity. Overuse injuries include: Pain and swelling of the sac of fluid that cushions and … the skin. This is called bursitis . Pain and swelling of the tough, ropy fibres that …

Coughs Age 11 and Younger

… watch the symptoms and seek care in the morning. If the symptoms get worse, seek care … to sleep in or near your child's room until morning. Be sure to keep your child well … watch the symptoms and seek care in the morning. If the symptoms get worse, seek care …

Colour Changes in Nails

… Overview Colour changes occur in nails for many … by a medicine or malnutrition. Green discolouration may be caused by bacterial and … Learn how we develop our content . … Overview Colour changes occur in nails for many …

Bruises and Blood Spots Under the Skin

… Check Your Symptoms Overview Bruises form when small blood vessels under the skin tear or rupture, … and seek help to prevent further abuse. Blood spots Blood spots under the skin may be either …