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… 49b Why should I disinfect my drinking water? Water from lakes, rivers, or streams and … Tincture of Iodine 1 litre (33 oz.) of clear untreated water Let the water stand for 30 … Tincture of Iodine 1 litre (33 oz.) of clear untreated water Let the water stand for 30 …
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… Did you know that some types of drinking water can be harmful to babies? If you get … tested to make sure it's safe to drink. Untreated water can contain harmful bacteria … tested to make sure it's safe to drink. Untreated water can contain harmful bacteria …
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… of diarrhea among individuals who drink water that has not been properly filtered, … in your feces for several weeks if you are untreated and you can still infect others. … the instructions provided Do not drink untreated surface water from springs, streams, …
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… ? Cryptosporidium can be spread by water, food, or fecal-oral transmission from an … with weakened immune systems Do not drink untreated surface water from a spring, stream, … Avoid uncooked food or drinks prepared with untreated water, especially during …
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… "jee-AR-dee-uh"). It can happen if you drink water that has been contaminated. How is it … States, you can get giardia by drinking untreated water from wells, streams, rivers, … you can do to avoid giardiasis. Don't drink untreated or unpurified water. If you are …
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… find cyanobacteria in all kinds of bodies of water but it is more common for them to grow in … and where it is safe to swim Never drink untreated water from lakes, ponds or wetlands. … not the only risk associated with drinking untreated water. For more information on safe …
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… is during the summer or winter, on land or water, remember the three T’s and follow these … you use for drinking, eating and recreation. Untreated water in the wilderness can have … prevent rabies, which can be fatal if left untreated. How can I protect myself from fleas, …
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… coli , and most are harmless. When food or water tests positive for E. coli bacteria, it … milk products, juice, cider and untreated or contaminated drinking water. … milk, juice and cider Do not drink or use untreated surface water from a spring, stream, …
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… push stools through the bowel before the water in the stool can be reabsorbed, diarrhea … to improper food preparation. Drinking untreated water or unpasteurized dairy products … These infections can also occur when you use untreated water to brush your teeth, wash your …
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… age. You do not need to give your baby food, water, or juice. After that, you will gradually … may cause a painful lump in the breast. Untreated blocked milk ducts can lead to an … inflamed, red, dimpled, or swollen area. An untreated infection may lead to an abscess , …
