316 results found
Health topics
… But women of all ages can help reduce their risk of heart disease, heart attack, and … have heart disease. What increases a woman's risk? Most of the risk factors for heart … . … Heart Attack and Stroke in Women: Reducing Your Risk … Overview Heart disease and …
HealthLinkBC Files
… 59a Eating food contaminated with germs causes foodborne … is called cross contamination. To reduce the risk: Separate raw meat, poultry and seafood … if in doubt, throw it out. Who is at highest risk of foodborne illness? Children under 5 …
HealthLinkBC Files
… by the best before date. What is the risk? Unpasteurized apple and orange juices … causes long term diarrhea Who is at greatest risk? People at higher risk of getting sick … more information For more information about food safety, please visit the following: …
Health topics
… Condition Basics What is a food allergy? When you have a food allergy, … in Babies Peanut Allergy What Increases Your Risk You have a greater chance of developing … esophagitis (EoE). You have a greater risk for a life-threatening allergic reaction …
Health topics
… hormonal birth control methods increases the risk of a blood clot in a leg ( deep vein … lung ( pulmonary embolism , or PE). But the risk for DVT or PE is overall very low with … The Medical Letter , 8(100): 89–96. U.S. Food and Drug Administration (2011). FDA Drug …
Health topics
… Overview The updated Canada’s food guide (CFG) was released in January of … and can help Canadians reduce their risk of developing chronic diseases such as … effects on health and may reduce the risk of developing some chronic diseases such …
Health topics
… Overview A food allergy is when the immune system mistakes … in families. Learn how to reduce your baby’s risk of developing food allergies: Reducing the risk of food allergy in your baby …
Health topics
… include: Heart disease and stroke. Your risk of heart disease and stroke is higher after menopause. This higher risk isn't completely understood. But … around the belly—all things that raise the risk for heart disease and stroke—also increase …
Health topics
… Overview Food makers can make health claims about … Adequate intake of calcium may reduce the risk of osteoporosis." "Development of cancer … A diet low in total fat may reduce the risk of some cancers." But just because a food …
HealthLinkBC Files
… 59d Eating food contaminated with germs causes foodborne … Children 5 years and under are at a higher risk of getting sick because their immune … is called cross contamination. To reduce the risk: Separate raw meat, poultry and seafood …
