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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 … have limited ability to eliminate mercury. In pregnancy, the developing baby’s nervous …
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… or during pregnancy? Centre of Excellence for Women's Health: Women and Cannabis For more information about …
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… For more information on wildfire and your health, read HealthLinkBC: Wildfires and your health . How can wildfires affect drinking …
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… you feel and about related health risks and safety considerations. You can also find more … cannabis use if: You have a history of psychotic disorders, unless you are under careful …
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… Talk with your healthcare provider about using DEET in this age group if you are … www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/about-pesticides/insect-repellents.html Health … Talk with your healthcare provider about using DEET in this age group if you are …
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… Do you have questions for the Ministry of Health? The contact information below can help … your questions or concerns. Speak with your health care provider If you have a concern … Care Quality Office If the response from the health care provider or facility that provided …
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… abuse, elder abuse, and domestic violence resources. Sexual assault (rape). Suicide … visit the 2-1-1 webpage at http://211.ca for more information and availability. Alberta … Distress and Crisis Ontario: Member Centres. Visit www.dcontario.org/centres.html …
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… neglect in later life can affect a person’s health, happiness and safety. Older adults can … I Clear My Internet Browser History? Featured topics Abuse of Older Adults (Elder Abuse) … Adults: Information for Family Caregivers (HealthLinkBC File #93b) Abuse and Neglect of …
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… A family history of suicide attempts or completed suicide A personal or family history … Female Why do we ask this question? The medical assessment of symptoms is based on the … you take . Certain medicines, such as blood thinners (anticoagulants), medicines …
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… depression How old are you? Less than 12 years Less than 12 years 12 years or older 12 … body responds to a symptom and what kind of care you may need. These include: Your age . … closer attention to certain symptoms and seek care sooner. Medicines you take . Certain …
