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Elementary school age children and their vision

… or clumsiness in physical activities How can I help to prevent eye injuries for my child? You can reduce the risk … Children should wear hats when playing in the sun to prevent sunburn and any harm to their eyes. Could my child …

Young children and their vision

… without testing. You need to correct some concerns early to prevent permanent vision damage: Crossed eyes (strabismus) … of objects Ability to see colours How can I help to prevent eye injuries for my child? You can reduce the risk …

Campylobacter infection

… be contaminated with human feces or animal waste. How can I prevent Campylobacter infection? It is important to be aware … People with Campylobacter are advised to drink fluids to prevent dehydration from diarrhea. Image … Campylobacter …

Indoor air quality Combustion by-products

… compound, carbon monoxide, is also present What can I do to prevent or limit health concerns? Controlling the source, … and maintained correctly. Doors should be tight-fitting to prevent leakage Use only aged or dried wood, not pressure … ealth-canada/services/air-quality/pollutants/carbon-monoxide/preventing-exposure.html#a2 . Use air cleaners: Air cleaners …

Cyclospora infection cyclosporiasis

… handled by people infected with cyclosporiasis. How do I prevent cyclosporiasis? Wash your hands before, during and …

Safety for infants and young children during extreme heat

… plan to go somewhere cooler if possible. What can you do to prevent heat-related illness? Keep cool inside Turn on air … or child as this can dehydrate them. Fans may not help prevent heat-related illness if the indoor temperatures are …

Salmonellosis

… them after putting raw meat and poultry on them. How do I prevent salmonellosis? Always wash your hands after you use …

The harmful effects of second-hand tobacco smoke and vapour

… during pregnancy may impact fetal development. How can I prevent exposure to second-hand smoke or vapour? To protect …

Hormonal contraception and using other medications at the same time

… body produces. It can have many clinical uses including: Preventing pregnancy (all methods) … care (the Pill) Acne control (some methods) Preventing heavy bleeding during menstruation (IUDs) Other … with you that will not affect your contraception. Pregnancy prevention How does hormonal contraception prevent …

West Nile virus

… several weeks or months to recover fully. There is no human vaccine for WNV at this time. Where is West Nile virus … considered low. How can I protect myself? Any activity that prevents mosquitoes from biting or breeding will help to … repellent to areas of exposed skin is an excellent way to prevent mosquito bites. Check the product label for …