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… Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Flooding can affect your health and safety in a number of ways. You may …
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… Overview Resources and information to support your health and wellbeing in your older years. Take steps to plan for your …
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… 20 What are the health hazards after a flood? Anyone who has … If a public water supply system serves your home, you will be notified if, and when, … about septic systems and waste disposal? Flooding can seriously affect your septic …
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… supply systems under permit by the local health authority (2 or more connections) and … of well you are connected to, please contact your local health authority. If you own a well … ). You should contact your local health authority for further …
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… you have fever, swollen glands or changes in your vision, you should see your health care provider immediately. Who is more …
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… cared for in a long-term care facility? B.C. health authorities are required to have … and planning at the facility where your family member lives, you may ask: What is … things to consider if you want to care for your family member during an emergency: Is your …
Health topics
… During this type of event, you think that your life or others' lives are in danger. You … irritated. Have trouble sleeping or keeping your mind on one thing. PTSD symptoms can … Talk to your family doctor. Talk to a mental health professional, such as a therapist. If …
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… Combustion by-products Wildfires and your health (health feature) HealthLinkBC File #30a … any area that is subject to moisture or flooding problems (such as certain basements) …
Health topics
… food safety precautions to help lower your risk of illness: Food safety: Easy ways to … fruit juices and ciders: A Potential health risk (HealthLinkBC File #72) Food … like mercury and lead, can harm your health over time. Take steps to reduce …
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… pathogens from drinking water, reducing health risks. You can disinfect water by adding … to make it safe. You may need to disinfect your own drinking water or find an alternate source such as bottled water if your community is on a ‘boil water’ notice. …
