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… Many smaller public drinking water systems in British Columbia are owned and run by private owners … Many smaller public drinking water systems in British Columbia are owned and run by private …
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… waterborne infections? People with very weak immune systems are at higher risk of certain … born with diseases that severely affect their immune systems Ask your doctor or nurse practitioner how weak your immune system is, and whether you need to take …
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… has greatly reduced the risk of waterborne diseases. Although other disinfectants are … has greatly reduced the risk of waterborne diseases. Although other disinfectants are …
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… and many groundwater sources may contain disease-causing germs. Germs, or pathogens, … and many groundwater sources may contain disease-causing germs. Germs, or pathogens, …
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… Overview Drinking water is water treated in a way that makes it safe to drink. You likely receive drinking …
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… 27b Health concerns of hot tubs and pools Hot tubs and pools can provide an … chemicals safely and keep out of reach of children. When pre‑mixing chemicals, always … to water and not water to chemicals. Follow safety instructions on the product label and …
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… Most UTIs are bladder infections. UTIs in children must be treated right away. A UTI … of urine. Loss of bladder control, new bedwetting, or other changes in urination … Abdominal Pain, Age 11 and Younger Bedwetting in Children Constipation, Age 11 …
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… 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 …
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05b Is water from my well safe to drink? There are 2 categories of wells for drinking water: those that service drinking water supply systems under permit by the local health authority (2 or more …
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… in air, food, soil, consumer products and drinking water. Why is manganese a problem? A small … However, new Health Canada research shows drinking water with too much manganese can be …
