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Health Risks in the Wilderness

… your activity is during the summer or winter, on land or water, remember the three T’s and follow these simple steps: … Fire-making kit Signalling device (i.e. whistle) Extra food and water Extra clothing Navigational and communication … can carry these parasites and bacteria. Water quality and safety can also be affected by people practicing unhealthy …

Vitamin D and your health

… Where can I get vitamin D? You can get vitamin D from food and supplements. Your body can also make vitamin D when … foods such as yogurt, cheese, goat milk and plant-based beverages may also have added vitamin D. Check the nutrition … (NPN). A NPN means the supplement meets Health Canada's safety standards for natural health products Choose a form …

Helping your 1 to 3 Year old child eat well

… or caregiver, you can help your child learn important food skills and eating habits. You can also help shape … drinks such as breastmilk, plain whole cow’s milk and water. After age 2, other options include skim, 1% and 2% milk and plain fortified soy beverage. Other fortified plant-based beverages such as …

Burns and scalds in young children

… scalds in young children is from contact with hot drinks/food, hot tap water, and hot surfaces. Why are young children at risk? … entering and turning on the hot water taps Place a fence or safety screen around fireplaces and other heaters to prevent …

Salmonellosis

… Vietnamese What is salmonellosis? Salmonellosis is a food borne infection caused by Salmonella bacteria. Symptoms … You can become ill if you eat or drink contaminated food or beverages, or if you come into contact with infected animals … drips. You can also thaw frozen foods under cold running water, or in the microwave. These methods can thaw food at …

E coli infection

… are many strains of E. coli , and most are harmless. When food or water tests positive for E. coli bacteria, it may be an … For more information For more information about food safety, see the following HealthLinkBC Files: HealthLinkBC …

Calcium and your health

… amounts of calcium include the total intake from food and any supplements. Age Aim for 0-6 months 200 mg 6-12 … *Including those who are pregnant or breastfeeding Which foods contain calcium? Foods that are high in calcium … products such as yogurt and cheese Fortified plant-based beverages such as fortified soy beverage Tofu made with …

Risks of alternative tobacco and nicotine products

… in leaves and tied with strings Hookah. This is a form of water pipe used to smoke tobacco or tobacco-free herbal … relatively new, we don't have a lot of information on their safety. There is not much research on how effective HTPs are … Chronic bronchitis What are the risks of using a hookah or water pipe? Many believe that the water vapour in a hookah …

Getting rid of rodents rats and mice

… siding, wallboard and wires. They eat a variety of foods, including food you might have stored in your cupboards or pantry. If … to prevent rodents on your property. 1. Eliminate food and water sources: Keep all garbage in pest proof containers …

Yersiniosis

… by these bacteria. You can get yersiniosis by eating food or drinking water contaminated with Yersinia bacteria. Outbreaks of … Educate people who handle and prepare food about food safety Maintain a clean kitchen Protect foods from rodents …