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Effects of Early Sun Exposure
…from the sun: Cover up. When the UV Index is 3 or higher, protect your skin as much as possible. Wear light-coloured, long-sleeved shirts, pants, and a wide-brimmed hat made…
Diabetes: Helping a Family Member Who Has Diabetes
…INFORMATION Diabetes Canada Nova Scotia and PEI Toll Free: 1-800-326-7712 http://www.diabetes.ca PEI Government Website https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/topic/diabetes NS Diabetes Care Program Website https://www.nshealth.ca/diabetes Public Health Agency of Canada website at: http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/cd-mc/publications/diabetes-diabete/facts-figures-faits-chiffres-2011/index-eng.php#toc…
Diabetes
…Government Website http://www.novascotia.ca/dhw/publications/diabetes_fact_sheet.pdf PEI Government Website https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/topic/diabetes Diabetes Canada Nova Scotia and PEI Toll Free: 1-800-326-7712 http://www.diabetes.ca Public Health Agency of Canada website https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/chronic-diseases/diabetes.html Government of Canada website http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/cd-mc/publications/diabetes-diabete/facts-figures-faits-chiffres-2011/index-eng.php#toc…
Nosebleeds (Epistaxis)
…down the back of your throat. If you lean back, you may swallow the blood. This can irritate your stomach. Use your thumb and index finger to squeeze together the…
What You Should Know Before You Start A Weight Loss Plan
…Body Mass Index (BMI) Over the past twenty years, Canadians have become more familiar with specific measurements related to health, such as cholesterol levels and blood pressure readings. When it…
Air Pollution
…Here are some tips on how you can reduce your exposure to outdoor air pollution. Check the Air Quality Index (AQI). Environment and Climate Change Canada checks and reports on…
Punaises de Lit
…des compagnies de contrôle des animaux et des insectes nuisibles dans votre annuaire téléphonique local. For additional information: Nova Scotia Department of Health and Wellness: http://novascotia.ca/dhw/environmental/documents/EH_bed-bugs_FactSheet.pdf Health Canada: http://www.healthycanadians.gc.ca/healthy-living-vie-saine/environment-environnement/pesticides/bedbugs-punaises-travel-voyage-eng.php…
Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)
…with MRSA? Someone at my child’s daycare was just diagnosed with MRSA. Should I have my child tested for it? FOR MORE INFORMATION Public Health Agency of Canada http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/id-mi/mrsa-eng.php…
Naltrexone for Alcoholism
…treatment. Your healthcare provider can refer you to the psychosocial treatment that is right for you. FOR MORE INFORMATION Alcoholics Anonymous website: Nova Scotia: http://www.area82aa.org/ Prince Edward Island: http://www.area81aa.ca/main.php…
Trans Fats
…oils. These can no longer be added to foods sold in Canada. FOR MORE INFORMATION Government of Canada http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/eating-nutrition/healthy-eating-saine-alimentation/nutrients-nutriments/fats-lipides-eng.php#a2 Sources Dietary Fatty Acids by Brett White, MD (08/15/09, http://www.aafp.org/afp/20090815/345.html)…