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Community evacuation information for seniors

… conditions or medications. Show them how to use specialized medical mobility equipment, such as lifts, wheelchairs or … prescription medications or other supplies required for medical conditions Personal toiletries Phone charger and … names and numbers of family members, friends, health care providers and caregivers Additional items: Personal …

Residential hot tubs and pools Safe water quality

… a disinfectant residual is present in the pool. Special care should be taken with ozone because it can cause eye and … treatment is recommended Shock treatment is a process for getting rid of the combined available chlorine in a hot tub …

Fibre and Your Health

… foods that the body cannot digest. Fibre is found in vegetables and fruit, whole grain foods, nuts and seeds, and … limit certain food sources of fibre. Speak with your health care provider or registered dietitian to find out how much … tips to eat more high fibre foods every day: Include a vegetable or fruit at every meal and snack. Start the day with …

Meal and snack ideas for your 1 to 3 year old child

… and the rest of your family enjoy. Include a variety of vegetables and fruits, whole grains and protein foods for … beans, peas and lentils, nut and seed butters, dark green vegetables, whole grain foods Calcium: milk, yogurt, kefir, … Preventing choking in babies and young children: For child care providers Health Canada Food Safety Information for …

Hearing loss in adults

… conductive hearing loss can be temporary and often can be medically or surgically treated. Those that cannot be treated medically or surgically may be recommended to wear a hearing … Anyone who experiences these symptoms should visit a health care provider immediately. What should I do if I think I …

The harmful effects of second-hand tobacco smoke and vapour

… harm babies and children? Children are at higher risk of getting sick from second-hand smoke because their lungs and … exposed to second-hand smoke have a greater risk of getting lung infections such as bronchitis and pneumonia. … can cause an ear infection Children are more likely to get asthma when exposed to second-hand smoke. Second-hand …

A decision-making guide for patients diagnosed with cataracts

… When cataracts develop the lens becomes cloudy. Most people get cataracts with age and have them in both eyes. One eye … activities (e.g., reading). Some people with cataracts get used to them and do not notice the change in their …

Pasteurized and raw milk

… us of the hazards of drinking raw milk. Who is at risk of getting sick? Anyone can get sick from pathogens that may be found in raw milk. … are more vulnerable to infection and have higher risk of getting sick from drinking raw milk due to having weaker or …

Healthy Eating and Healthy Aging for Adults

… patterns such as Canada’s food guide include a variety of vegetables and fruits, whole grains and protein foods. These … your plate as a guide. Aim to fill: Half your plate with vegetables and fruits Fresh, cooked, frozen and low sodium … as roasted, steamed, braised or stir fried Keep cut-up vegetables in the fridge or a bowl of fruit on the counter so …

Food safety Easy ways to make food safer

… stomach pain and fever. In Canada, over 4 million people get sick from foodborne illness each year. What can I do to … the manual to see if yours does. Wash fresh fruits and vegetables Thoroughly wash fruits and vegetables under cool, running water before eating or cutting …