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… Did you know that some types of drinking water can be harmful to babies? If you get … lake, get the water tested to make sure it's safe to drink. Untreated water can contain …
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… 49b Why should I disinfect my drinking water? Water from lakes, rivers, or streams and … water suppliers disinfect water to make it safe. You may need to disinfect your own …
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… Overview Drinking water is water treated in a way that makes it safe to drink. You likely receive drinking … supplier and then delivered through pipes to your home. Alternatively, you may receive water …
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… in air, food, soil, consumer products and drinking water. Why is manganese a problem? A small … water at concentrations that are still safe to drink. As a precaution, don’t drink …
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… Overview Check with your local water supplier to find out if your tap water is safe to use for your baby's formula. If your … for a number of hours before using it for drinking or cooking. Buy and use a water filter …
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… and family traditions. Many people enjoy drinking alcohol, and most people usually do it … any alcohol at all. Keep in mind that a safe amount of alcohol for one person may be … drinks in any 3-hour period. Have a glass of water or non-alcoholic, caffeine-free …
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… the most common form of nitrogen found in water. Other forms of nitrogen include nitrite … guideline levels. Nitrate concentrations in drinking water are a concern when levels are … in drinking water. To help keep your family safe: Have your well water tested for nitrate …
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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 …
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… animal feces. This can happen when you drink water or eat food that's contaminated by feces. … raw meat. Use only treated, or chlorinated, drinking water. Wash your hands often, … yourself. Learn more Foodborne Illness and Safe Food Handling Food Safety: Storing …
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… Overview Food and water contaminated with bacteria, parasites, … when extra steps are needed to make water safe: Drinking water Waterborne infections in British …
