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… This smoke or vapour is harmful to the health of both the person who smokes or vapes, … vapour. How does second-hand smoke harm your health? Regular exposure to second-hand smoke … (SIDS). For more information, please visit HealthLinkBC File #46 Sleep related infant …
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… mothers breathe other people's tobacco smoke during pregnancy are more likely to have health problems. Smoking during pregnancy … When you're ready to go smoke-free, use these tips to help you quit: Get ready If you're not …
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… feel as though they have a constant cold with nasal congestion. This will go away after … from breasts Wear breast pads in your bra  Nasal congestion and nose bleeds Don't smoke …
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85 Wash your hands often to keep yourself and others healthy. Hand washing is the most important thing you can do to help stop the spread of germs that cause illnesses such as colds, the flu, …
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… by inhaling these droplets or touching objects or surfaces contaminated with fluid … by inhaling these droplets or touching objects or surfaces contaminated with fluid …
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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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… How long ago the injury occurred. Your age, health condition, and activities (such as work, sports, or hobbies). Health Tools Health Tools help you make wise … is a standard question that we ask in certain topics. It may not apply to you. But asking it …
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… breathing difficulties because of smoke inhalation. Smoke inhalation may occur in any fire. It is more … burning man-made materials. Symptoms of smoke inhalation include: Difficulty breathing. …
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… swelling that occur with red streaks, heat, fever, or the drainage of pus. An infection … Do you think the problem may be causing a fever? Some bone and joint problems can cause a fever. Yes Possible fever No Possible fever
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… Overview When is a second opinion helpful? When you're facing a tough … talk to more than one doctor. This is called getting a second opinion. For everyday health …