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As wildfires burn through forests and grasslands, they produce smoke. Smoke can be a major source of air pollution for people in Canada. Wildfire smoke may be carried thousands of kilometres from the fire zone. This means smoke can impact air quality in areas close to and far away from the wildfire. Wildfire smoke is Read more

Learn about mosquitoes, how to control them, and how to protect yourself from their bites. What are mosquitoes? Mosquitoes are small insects that bite. Because their bites can also cause itchiness and irritation, many people try to avoid them. Mosquitoes grow in still or very slow-moving water. Some mosquitoes lay their eggs on the surface Read more

A fracture is a broken bone. It needs medical care. If the broken bone is the result of major trauma or injury, call 911 or your local emergency number. When to Seek Emergency Help Also call for emergency help if: Treatment To avoid making the injury worse, don’t move the person unless you must. Take Read more

When food or some other foreign object becomes stuck in the airway it can cause choking. Choking prevents oxygen from getting to the lungs and the brain. Lack of oxygen to the brain for more than 4 minutes may cause brain damage or death. It’s important for all people to recognize and know how to handle Read more

‘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 Read more