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Good Posture for a Healthy Back

… nearly level with your hips. If your chair or desk is too high, use a footrest to raise your knees. Keep your … nearly level with your hips. If your chair or desk is too high, use a footrest to raise your knees. Keep your …

Johns Story Crossing the Smoke-Free Finish Line

… for good. Like many smokers, John started his habit back in high school. After smoking for 10 years, John tried to quit … it took all of this effort," John says. "If I blow it by taking a cigarette because of a craving, I'd have to start … for good. Like many smokers, John started his habit back in high school. After smoking for 10 years, John tried to quit …

Heat-related illness in infants and young children

… Extreme heat happens when the heat and humidity are much higher than we would expect during a normal summer day. … (0-1 year) and young children (1-5 years) may be at a higher risk of heat-related illness, especially if they do … Heat can build up indoors when the outdoor temperatures are high. Exposure to indoor heat over 31C for long periods can …

Health advice for travellers

… on the label. Use a lip balm with an SPF of 30 or higher. Apply repellent 15 to 30 minutes after sunscreen. … between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. The sun's rays are stronger at high altitudes and when reflected from snow, water and sand … bites Except in Antarctica, rabies occurs worldwide with a higher risk in Central and South America and the Caribbean. …

Open Carpal Tunnel Surgery

… the transverse carpal ligament is cut. This releases pressure on the median nerve and relieves the symptoms of … the transverse carpal ligament is cut. This releases pressure on the median nerve and relieves the symptoms of …

Exercise and Physical Activity Ideas

… Heavy calisthenics (push-ups, sit-ups, jumping jacks, etc.) High-impact aerobic dancing Jumping rope Using a … Heavy calisthenics (push-ups, sit-ups, jumping jacks, etc.) High-impact aerobic dancing Jumping rope Using a …

Child Safety Preventing Falls

… tips to prevent falls. Never leave your baby unattended in high places. Use care around tabletops, changing tables, a … sight and reach. Be careful when using equipment such as high chairs and changing tables. Always use the safety … children are present. Don't allow your child to climb on high furniture. Install bed rail guards to help prevent …

Autism Behavioural Training and Management

… program should be chosen according to the child's needs. High-functioning autistic children may be enrolled in … in a regular classroom and work best in smaller, highly structured environments. Consistent use of these … program should be chosen according to the child's needs. High-functioning autistic children may be enrolled in …

Types of Headache

… is Symptoms Migraine Usually on one side of your head with pressure behind one eye Throbbing, pulsating headache that … is Symptoms Migraine Usually on one side of your head with pressure behind one eye Throbbing, pulsating headache that …

Feeding Your Infant

… D supplement. When your baby is no longer breastfeeding or taking formula, your doctor may recommend a vitamin D … et al. (2013). Dietary exposures and allergy prevention in high-risk infants. Canadian Paediatric Society . … et al. (2013). Dietary exposures and allergy prevention in high-risk infants. Canadian Paediatric Society . …