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… people, dogs, cats, fish, birds, reptiles, or non-target insects such as honeybees and beetles, or spiders. Canada has registered the use of pest … people, dogs, cats, fish, birds, reptiles, or non-target insects such as honeybees and …
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… damaging insect defoliators in B.C. include: Western spruce budworm Douglas-fir tussock moth Western hemlock looper The life cycle of these … damaging insect defoliators in B.C. include: Western spruce budworm Douglas-fir tussock …
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… spring. Featured topics Asthma Asthma is a common chronic condition causing swelling and … Shots for Asthma Exercise-Induced Asthma Common sports injuries and first aid Accidents … this section, learn how to prevent and treat common sports and play-related injuries. …
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… that you can talk to your doctor about them. Sinusitis: Should I Have Surgery? 1 Get the … Have surgery to treat long-term (chronic) sinusitis. Don't have surgery. Take medicines … to remember Very few people need surgery for sinusitis. Most people can treat the problem …
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Decision Point You may want to have a say in this decision, or you may simply want to follow your doctor's recommendation. Either way, this information will help you understand what your choices are …
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… the person's doctor recommends. Choose the injection site. slide 1 of 6 < Prev Next > slide 1 of 6, Choose the injection site., Choose a clean injection site on the buttock, upper arm, or …
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Overview Inhalants are substances that produce chemical vapours that, when inhaled, result in mind-altering effects. The term inhalant is used because these substances are rarely, if ever, used by …
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… cancer or other illnesses. The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) and other experts … is a chemical similar to the amino acid alanine. Tests have shown that it can protect … is a chemical similar to the amino acid alanine. Tests have shown that it can protect …
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… a stuffy nose. They may be pills or liquids (oral), or a nasal gel, drop, or spray. … Form of the medicine, such as tablet, capsule, liquid, eyedrops, or spray. How much … Form of the medicine, such as tablet, capsule, liquid, eyedrops, or spray. How much …
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… 96 What is insect repellent? Insect repellent is a spray or liquid used to … you are outdoors to protect against insect bites. Insect bites are often itchy or …
