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Living well during your pregnancy

… Vegetarian diet Taking supplements Gestational diabetes Food safety Physical activity Healthy weight Additional resources … more about what to eat when you are pregnant. Canada's food guide: Healthy eating when pregnant and breastfeeding …

Your health this summer

… on taking care of yourself and your family. Featured topics Food safety The risk of foodborne illness can increase during the summer. This is …

Clean-up after a flood

… needed to kill mold completely. Always follow manufacturer safety instructions when handling disinfectants and … flood waters recede and you return home, seek advice on restoring your septic system from a professional (ex. … or regional district. What precautions should be taken for food safety? When food and food-contact surfaces (drawers, …

Physical activity and nutrition for older adults

… eating for seniors handbook Supporting your condition Food safety People ages 60 and over are at an increased risk of getting food-borne illness. Read about how to make safe food …

Health advice for travellers

… destination, try to eat and sleep according to local time Food and water safety in developing countries Eat foods that are well cooked and served hot. Avoid foods that …

Feeding your baby Sample meals for babies 6 to 12 months old

… who are 6 to 12 months old. It includes information on food safety and amounts of food to offer your baby. How do I … start (#69a) Feeding your baby formula: Safely making and storing formula (#69b) Baby's first foods (#69c) Helping …

Toddlers First Steps A Best Chance Guide to Parenting Your 6-to-36 Month-Old Child

Home canning - How to avoid botulism

… and how is it caused? Botulism is a serious form of food poisoning that can cause death. The poison is produced … fruits and vegetables, on meat and fish, and on many other foods and surfaces. Botulism bacteria can multiply quickly … space at the top. Use tested recipes when canning, for safety. Wash hands with soapy water for at least 20 seconds …

Wildfires and your health

… called forest fires). Wildfires can affect your health and safety in many ways. The smoke from wildfires can affect the quality of the air, a power outage may spoil your food or you may have to evacuate if a wildfire is close to … Government of British Columbia: Recover after a wildfire . Food safety and water quality If there is a wildfire in your …

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