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Healthy Eating and Healthy Aging for Adults

… conditions like high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes Healthy eating is about the foods you eat and more. It’s about preparing and enjoying food with others, sharing food … soy beverage. Try including protein foods that come from plants often Like Canada’s food guide, many healthy eating …

Safety tips for swimmers

… This area can be very slippery, especially when wet. Be careful getting in and out of the pool Use a handrail if … of water (e.g. bathtub). ‘Non-swimmers’ and young children (0-12 years old) need constant supervision by a … will use your pool or hot tub can easily get in and out. Plan for safety Check for hidden dangers. Fix any broken …

Toilet learning

… How do I know my child is ready for toilet learning? Most children show interest in learning to use the toilet between … child’s life to get started Make sure that everyone who cares for your child is using the same approach to toilet … after bowel movements. This may be needed until preschool age. Teach girls to wipe from front to back Teach …

Outdoor air quality Sulphur dioxide SO2

… Pulmonary Disease (COPD) are at greater risk. Young children and older adults are also at risk. Symptoms may … sensitive to sulphur dioxide, you may need to seek medical care. Long-term exposure to particles produced when sulphur … such as asthma, COPD or heart disease, follow a management plan developed with your health care provider If you have …

Particulate matter and outdoor air pollution

… of pre-existing lung or heart conditions Increased health care use such as emergency room visits and hospital stays … Increased risk of developing heart and lung diseases, diabetes and dementia Adverse birth outcomes such as lower … most likely to be affected by particle pollution include: Children Older adults Those with heart or lung disease, such …

Safe sleeping for babies

… early weeks of life, babies sleep for about 16 hours a day. Planning where your baby can sleep safely is important. … death . Share this information with anyone who may take care of your baby; it is important for all parents, … reduce the risk of falls or the baby becoming trapped Older children and pets should not be in the bed If the adults …

Healthy eating guidelines for people taking warfarin anticoagulants Coumadin®

… how your warfarin works. This handout will help you to plan your diet when taking warfarin. When we cut or scrape … making any changes to your diet. This includes if: You plan to eat more green leafy vegetables (for example, you … or illness) and return home to your normal diet. You plan to travel to a place where the foods are different. If …

Iron-rich foods for babies and toddlers

… red blood cells and carry oxygen to all parts of the body. Children need iron for healthy growth and development, … This type is not as easily absorbed. It’s found in eggs and plant-based foods like beans, lentils, tofu, and nut and … child is not getting enough iron, discuss with a health care provider. HealthLinkBC File #69c Baby’s first foods …

Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome

… HPS can be treated. Most patients are admitted to intensive care in a hospital. Some patients may be given anti-viral … metre deep, burn them, or deposit them in the trash. If you plan to reuse the traps, disinfect them with a mixture of 1 … above, follow these steps: Pour disinfectant solution carefully onto debris to avoid disturbing any virus present …

Spongy moth spraying

… Why is the spongy moth a concern? Spongy moth larvae damage plants by eating the leaves of trees and shrubs. This can … based on the aircraft, weather and area size. Spraying is carefully controlled by GPS navigation and only occurs in … and email lists also communicate this information. All schools, daycares, care homes and hospitals in the affected …