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… shoes when you swim. Wear shower shoes in public baths and pools. This can help to prevent athlete's foot, plantar … socks in bed if your feet are cold at night. Do not use a hot water bottle or heating pad on your feet. Always check … socks in bed if your feet are cold at night. Do not use a hot water bottle or heating pad on your feet. Always check …
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… or monthly pill organizer with large print or braille. Home Safety To help keep your home safe: Remove area rugs or … care For personal care, you can try using: Labels on hot and cold water faucets. Water level marks for bath and … care For personal care, you can try using: Labels on hot and cold water faucets. Water level marks for bath and …
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… or toys. Ensure the crib, cradle or bassinet meets Canadian safety regulations. For more information about Canadian safety regulations and to check for product recalls, visit … Breastfeeding or chestfeeding . Keep your baby warm but not hot The temperature of the room should be comfortable for an …
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… temperature (hyperthermia) can develop quickly in extremely hot environments, such as when a child is left in a car in the summer heat. Hot temperatures can also build up in small spaces where the … flex your leg muscles often. This can keep blood from pooling in your lower legs, which can lead to heat edema and …
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… called forest fires). Wildfires can affect your health and safety in many ways. The smoke from wildfires can affect the … . You can find information on fires that pose a significant safety risk, air quality, fire danger ratings and more. … need to take special care to stay cool, especially during hot weather (PDF, 4.5 MB). If the air is smoky, and you find …
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… handrails around the toilet and in the shower. Use a tub mat to prevent slipping. Use a shower chair or bath … of your hand to test the water to make sure it's not too hot. Lower the temperature setting in the hot water heater to 49°C (120°F) or lower to avoid burns. …
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… child. Taking baths can provide soothing moist heat, and hot packs set on a low-to-medium setting can be applied off … joint are red and warm. If you have access to a swimming pool, you may want to try pool therapy, which provides an … child. Taking baths can provide soothing moist heat, and hot packs set on a low-to-medium setting can be applied off …
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… crib. Ensure the crib, cradle or bassinet meets Canadian safety regulations. For more information about Canadian safety regulations and to check for product recalls, visit … Breastfeeding or chestfeeding . Keep your baby warm but not hot An over-heated baby has a higher risk of SIDS. You know …
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… and humidity can go up in the summer months, making it feel hotter outside than normal. Extreme heat happens when the … over 31C for long periods can be dangerous. If it gets very hot in your home, plan to go somewhere cooler if possible. … File #35 Heat-related illness HealthLinkBC File #35a Safety for the perinatal population during extreme heat …
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… diet Taking supplements Gestational diabetes Food safety Physical activity Healthy weight Additional resources … #68d) Pregnancy and folic acid (folate): Preventing neural tube defects (HealthLinkBC File #38c) Gestational diabetes … you eat. Learn more about Diabetes and hypoglycemia . Food safety The risk of getting food-borne illness increases with …
