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… the mercury stays contained. They only pose health risks if they break and the mercury spills. What are the health effects of exposure to elemental … repeated or large exposures may lead to toxic health effects. Skin contact Small amounts of …
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… fish even more: footnote 1 Nursing mothers or women who are or may become pregnant … who are or may become pregnant, nursing mothers, and children need to limit canned … //www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/food-nutrition/food-safe… . Credits Adaptation …
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… C–37.5 C (97.8 F–99.5 F). Related Information Body Temperature Home Blood Pressure Test … C–37.5 C (97.8 F–99.5 F). Related Information Body Temperature Home Blood Pressure Test …
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Overview Lab test results usually contain some type of unit of measurement. The units provide a way to report results so that they can be compared. Usually, but not always, the same test is reported …
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… leaking carbon monoxide. Materials in new buildings may cause nausea and rashes. What … is an insulating material found in some older buildings. It can cause tumours, lung cancer, … drains. Formaldehyde. It's released mainly by building materials. Acrolein. This comes from …
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… exposure, talk to your doctor. A simple blood test can find out the amount of lead in your … exposure, talk to your doctor. A simple blood test can find out the amount of lead in your …
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… Many pregnant women also have: Changes in vaginal discharge. A thin, milky-white … needed. Common infections during pregnancy Vaginal yeast infections are more common in … doctor or midwife if you have symptoms of a vaginal yeast infection or bacterial vaginal …
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… the rate of the fingernails. Aging and diseases that decrease blood flow to the hands … as chemotherapy and antimalarial medicines. Diseases of the skin, such as psoriasis and … a condition such as diabetes, HIV, cancer, or heart disease, you may need to pay closer …
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… many types of birthmarks, and some are more common than others. Salmon patches (also … angel kisses, or macular stains) are the most common type of birthmark. They are thin, flat, … brown in colour. They are found most commonly on the torso, buttocks, and legs. …
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Overview Laboratory (lab) tests give your doctor information about your health. While these tests help give a clear idea of what's happening in your body, they may be confusing to you. What do the …