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Getting rid of rodents rats and mice

… droppings, debris left from chewing through materials or eating household food (including cereal boxes or fruit on … can also accidentally harm pets, wild animals, or even children. If after taking preventive measures, a rat problem … carefully Set bait in areas where there is no access to children or pets Remove dead rodents promptly and remove all …

Hand foot and mouth disease

… disease is caused by enteroviruses. It’s most common in children under 10 years of age, but older children and adults may also get the disease. Cases occur … fingernails or toenails have also been reported, mostly in children, within weeks of having hand, foot and mouth …

Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder

… lifelong physical, learning and behavioural disabilities. Children, youth and adults with FASD will be affected in … full potential. Early diagnosis and support in a safe and healthy family situation may help prevent future issues such … child development programs, may help support families and children. Examples of available services include: Key …

Hepatitis A vaccine

… The hepatitis A vaccine is provided free to Indigenous children and youth 6 months to 18 years of age. The vaccine … A is common Household or close contacts of adopted children from areas where it is common Food handlers Those … with an infected person, by drinking contaminated water, or eating raw or under-cooked shellfish contaminated with …

Heat-related illness

… to stay hydrated. What causes heat-related illness? A healthy human body maintains a temperature of about 37°C … through increased blood flow to the skin and increased sweating. This allows your body to cool and return to its … in a hot environment People who are pregnant Infants and children up to 4 years of age who rely on adults to make …

Lead paint and hazards

… and behavioural development of infants and young children. Lead-based paint is a dangerous source of lead but … Whenever you disturb surfaces with lead paint, you risk creating hazardous lead dust even if the lead paint is covered … house, remove children and pets and seal the area and all heating vents. Protect the entrance to the working area with …

Breastfeeding or chestfeeding

… Nutrition Series Preventing choking in babies and young children: For child care providers (#110b) Feeding your baby …

Financial abuse of older adults

… negatively impact the trust among family members. Adult children may not consider or realize that their actions are … and then uses the money for their own benefit Adult children who use a parent's pension and then makes the … for proper housing, good nutrition, medication and healthy activities. How can abuse and neglect be prevented? …

Quit or reduce vaping

… and worsen symptoms of existing asthma or COPD Risks to children and youth: using nicotine in adolescence can impact …

Time for bed

… Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Just like adults, children need their sleep. When they do not sleep well, they … I make sure that my child is safe when they are sleeping? Creating a safe sleeping environment for your baby will reduce … naps and at night How can I get my toddler to sleep? Many children between 1 and 3 years of age wake up during the …