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Food safety Easy ways to make food safer

… on the product label. Some dishwashers can sanitize, check the manual to see if yours does. Wash fresh fruits and … foods safe. Large or very hot items such as roasts or soups are difficult to cool. To help cool foods quickly: Use … smaller portions Cool very hot items at room temperature at first. Place them in the fridge when steaming stops. Leave …

Vitamin D and your health

… and plant-based beverages may also have added vitamin D. Check the nutrition facts table to see if vitamin D has been … In addition, Health Canada recommends the following two groups of people take a daily vitamin D supplement of 400IU: … and toddler feeding guidelines: Baby's Best Chance Toddler First Steps Vitamin D content of specific foods: Canadian …

Heat-related illness

… sun's ultraviolet (UV) rays but not from the heat Regularly check older adults, children, and others for signs of … sure they are keeping cool and drinking plenty of fluids. Check on those who are unable to leave their homes and …

Toilet learning

… away from home Boys usually learn to pee sitting down first. This is okay. They can learn to go standing up later … to have a bowel movement on the toilet when they are first learning. You may choose to let your toddler go … accidents. Praise your child’s efforts and try not to be upset over accidents. With this kind of acceptance, your …

Yellow fever vaccine

… covered by the provincial medical services plan (MSP), so check with your local travel clinic to find out the cost. … not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more …

Manganese in drinking water

… environmental health officer at your health authority. First Nations Health Authority 604-693-6500, toll-free …

Measles

… light. These symptoms are followed by a rash, which starts first on the face and neck, and spreads to the chest, arms … to others from 4 days before to 4 days after their rash first appears. If you have measles, you can help prevent … by: Staying at home for at least 4 days after the rash first appeared Washing your hands regularly Coughing or …

Febrile seizures fever seizures

… 30 minutes or more A second seizure within 24 hours of the first What can cause a febrile seizure? Febrile seizures can … not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more …

Breastfeeding or chestfeeding

… milk (breast milk) is the only food your baby needs for the first 6 months. When your baby starts solid foods, continue … baby.. Caffeine. Limit to 300 mg per day. This is about 2 cups (250 mL per cup) of coffee or 4 cups of tea. Caffeine is … have risks for your baby. Supplements and herbal remedies. Check with your pharmacist or health care provider to see if …

Community evacuation information for seniors

… scooters. Arrange for your support network to immediately check on you after a disaster. What supplies should I have … a 72-hour grab-and-go bag: Water Food (ready to eat) Small first aid kit Special items, such as extra eyeglasses, …