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Just the Facts – Winter Driving
Winter driving can be a white-knuckle ride. Snow, ice and long, dark nights all pose challenges to those behind the wheel. Whether you operate a car, truck or snowmobile, winter driving requires special attention. Collisions in Canada Winter Roads Snowmobiles Safety Tips Credit: RCMP
Driving Safely in Winter
Winter Driving Tips See And Be Seen Adapt Your Driving Use Winter Tires Transport Canada recommends using winter tires on all wheels for driving in cold, snowy or icy conditions. They provide better traction than all-season tires because they: Safe Braking Proper braking is important to safe winter driving. Since it takes longer to stop…
Five Christmas Tree Safety Tips For A Safe Holiday Season
‘Tis the season for consumers to celebrate with Christmas traditions, from baking cookies and stringing lights to decorating their Christmas trees, both live and artificial. In the midst of these holiday traditions, it is essential that consumers also take a moment to consider and practice Christmas tree safety. There are five easy ways to practice…
What to Do About Frostbite
Exposure to below-freezing temperatures can cause frostbite, a rare but serious condition that needs emergency medical care. Frostbite can affect any area of the skin, and in extreme cold can develop within minutes. What Are the Signs and Symptoms of Frostbite? How Do I Treat Frostbite? If you think your child has frostbite, bring them indoors right…
Flu (Influenza): Prevention and Risks
How the Flu Spreads The flu is an infection of the nose, throat and lungs. It’s mainly caused by 2 types of flu viruses: It spreads very easily from person to person. A person can spread the flu virus to others even before they notice any symptoms. They release infectious respiratory particles (the virus) into…
Wildfires – Get Prepared
Wildfires are Canada’s second most costly disaster and impact every region in Canada. Hotter temperatures and drier conditions are changing the frequency and intensity of wildfires. Wildfire events do not impact communities equally. Indigenous communities are more likely to be evacuated due to long standing socioeconomic conditions and vulnerabilities that become intensified by wildfire and…
Poison Ivy
What is it? Poison ivy is a straggling or climbing woody vine that’s well known for its ability to cause an itchy rash. Poison ivy can be found in every province except Newfoundland. It grows on sandy, stony, or rocky shores, and sprouts in thickets, in clearings, and along the borders of woods and roadsides.…
Swimming Safety
Did you know that one of the leading causes of death in children ages 1 to 4 is drowning? Carefully supervise your children, secure the area around your backyard pool and teach your children about water safety. This can help prevent serious injuries and death. Supervising Children Keep young children and inexperienced swimmers in view…
First Aid for Sunburn and Heat Illness
Sunburn (also called erythema) is caused by overexposure to ultraviolet radiation (UV rays). While the erythema symptoms are usually temporary (like red skin that is painful to the touch), skin damage is cumulative throughout a person’s life and can develop into serious long-term health effects, including skin cancer. Mild sunburn results in skin irritation and redness and can…
Insect Stings
Insect stings can be painful but are not usually dangerous. However, if the insect sting is in the mouth or throat this can be more serious as it could lead to swelling of the airway and obstruction. Watch for signs of an allergic reaction, which can lead to anaphylactic shock. Signs and Symptoms Look for: What…