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… Cottonmouth (Water Moccasin) On this page: Overview Overview The cottonmouth , also called a water moccasin, is a poisonous (venomous) snake found in … marks on the skin, but you won't always see any marks. Water moccasins can be up to 2 m (6 ft) long and have: …
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… Child Safety: Bathing On this page: Overview … or mats on the bottom of the bathtub. Always drain the water from the tub immediately after the bath. Related … or mats on the bottom of the bathtub. Always drain the water from the tub immediately after the bath. Related …
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… Bathroom safety for toddlers Last updated August 10, 2013 Bathrooms … contain many hazards that can harm a toddler - from hot water to sweet smelling soaps they may want to taste. Find … your toddler alone in the bath Test the temperature of bathwater with your elbow. It should be warm, not hot Don’t let …
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… Tattoo and Piercing Safety On this page: Overview Overview … single-use ink cups for each tattoo. And they use sterile water to dilute ink or rinse needles during tattooing. For … single-use ink cups for each tattoo. And they use sterile water to dilute ink or rinse needles during tattooing. For …
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… Child Safety: Pets On this page: Overview … pets roam freely. Keep them away from your kitchen or other food-preparation areas. And don't allow your child younger … pets roam freely. Keep them away from your kitchen or other food-preparation areas. And don't allow your child younger …
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… Child Safety: Fires On this page: Overview … death from burns. Keep your family safe by following these safety tips. Teach children that only grown-ups use fire. … catches on fire. Crawl under smoke to get out safely. Use a safety ladder. Burns and Electric Shock …
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… Sun safety for children Last updated July 1, 2021 HealthLink BC … time. Swimmers and those who sweat heavily should use a waterproof lotion. For children wearing bathing suits, make … sun's UV rays can be reflected off snow. Concrete, sand and water reflect less than 20 per cent. Children always need to …
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… Drinking water chlorination facts Last updated June 14, 2022 … earth is in the oceans as sodium chloride or salt. Salt and water are the most common ingredients used to manufacture … and creates chlorine by-products. Health Canada sets safety limits for chlorine by-products to reduce the risk of …
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… Child Safety: Preventing Burns On this page: Overview Related … contact with fire, steam, hot objects, or hot liquids. Tap water is a leading cause of non-fatal burns. You can help … from the reach of your child. Be careful not to spill hot beverages when you carry or drink them around children. Keep …
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… Health and Safety, Ages 2 to 5 Years On this page: Overview Healthy … illness is going around. Wash your hands often. If soap and water aren't available, use a hand sanitizer or an … hand wipe. Wash and disinfect toys often. Prepare food safely. Wash your hands and working surfaces while you …
