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65f How is air quality determined? Air quality is determined by the concentrations of pollutants in the air. Air quality can vary greatly from one area or community to the next and from one hour to …
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… laser beam is used to: Destroy (vaporize) abnormal cervical tissue that can be seen through a … The CO2 laser can be used to do an excisional biopsy . Laser treatment takes about 15 to 30 …
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… might help: Improve your air quality by getting rid of the source of pollution. Don't allow … or workplace products used to control rodents, insects, and termites; and from …
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… vision and confusion If you have heart disease, it may cause chest pain High levels … vision and confusion If you have heart disease, it may cause chest pain High levels …
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… Overview Acid products include toilet cleaners, battery acid, bleach, chemicals used in industry for … etching, and chemicals that are added to gas. Acid solids and liquids can cause injury, …
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… what steps to take next. Most chemical burns of the skin are treated first by rinsing … to avoid further complications. Chemical burns rinsed with water Flush the area for at … You need immediate medical care. Chemical burns not rinsed with water Some chemical …
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… Check Your Symptoms Overview Most burns are minor injuries that occur at home or work. It's common to get a minor burn from hot water, a curling iron, or … such as infection. There are many types of burns. Heat burns (thermal burns) are caused …
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… breads, vegetables, and unprocessed meats. Calcium Important for healthy bones and teeth; … cobalt. Related Information Healthy Eating Vitamins: Their Functions and Sources Weight Management Credits Current as …
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Treatment Overview Glucosamine and chondroitin are part of normal cartilage . Cartilage acts as a cushion between the bones in a joint. These supplements come in tablet, capsule, powder, or liquid …
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… Overview COPD slowly damages the lungs and affects how you breathe. COPD's … on breathing In COPD, the airways of the lungs (bronchial tubes) become inflamed and … it difficult to move air in and out of the lungs. The inflammation of the bronchial tubes …
