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… general, limit how much you drink. Canadian health experts recommend that Canadians … drink safely and responsibly. Talk about the risks and dangers of drinking alcohol. Discuss … Alcohol and Drug Use in Young People Alcohol Effects on a Fetus Bipolar Disorder Cirrhosis …
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… Any amount of alcohol use comes with risks. The risks are even higher for young … it’s important to learn about alcohol, it’s effects on your body, and how you can reduce … lower your risks. How alcohol affects your health There are many short- and long-term …
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… 38d What are the risks of drinking during pregnancy? There are … a lifelong disability that affects a range of health and behavioural problems in individuals … who were exposed to alcohol in the womb. The effects of FASD include problems with motor …
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… can impact water sources used for our drinking water. For example: nearby streams, … reduce inflammation and protects you from the effects of wildfire smoke. For more information on wildfire and your health, read HealthLinkBC: Wildfires and your …
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… and nuclear power plants. What are the risks of being exposed to radiation? There is … radiation exposure may cause cancer and other health problems. But the risk of this … National Cancer Institute (2012). Radiation risks and pediatric computed tomography (CT): …
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… (FASD) describes the range of alcohol effects on a child. The problems range from … may affect your developing baby. Heavy drinking (5 or more drinks on at least one … mother used other drugs, smoked, or had poor health for any reason while she was pregnant. …
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… (FASD) is a term used to describe a range of health and behavioural problems affecting … causes FASD? FASD is prevented by avoiding drinking any alcohol during pregnancy. There … in the milk to drop. When can FASD and other effects of alcohol be diagnosed? If you are …
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… in the earth’s crust. It also exists in some drinking water supplies and wells. Drinking … can have serious short term and long-term health effects. How does arsenic get into drinking …
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… Alcohol has both immediate and long-term effects on your body, including an increased … Learn about Canada’s Guidance on Alcohol and Health to help you make informed choices about … to know about its effects as well as risks, like injuries and chronic diseases. …
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… Research shows that drinking alcohol can contribute to chronic … Overview Drinking can also make some health problems worse, for example: High blood … of how much alcohol you actually consume. Effects of alcohol on aging bodies As we get …
