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Shigellosis

… bits of infected stool get into another person’s mouth, food or water. Exposure to infected stool can occur in day care settings, through contaminated food and water, or through certain types of sexual contact. … using the bathroom or changing a diaper, and then preparing food and drinks or caring for other children. Family members …

Water fluoridation facts

… Fluoride is a mineral found naturally in our water, air, food and soil. At low concentrations, fluoride in drinking … The maximum acceptable concentration (MAC) in the Canadian Guidelines for Drinking Water Quality is 1.5 mg/L. Whether …

Campylobacter infection

… dogs, cats and humans. When animals are slaughtered for food, bacteria from an animal’s intestines may contaminate … include undercooked poultry and meats, unpasteurized milk, food and water contaminated with fecal material, and animals including pets and farm animals. During food preparation, contaminated foods can transmit bacteria …

Managing eating chewing and swallowing difficulties in care facilities

… chewing and swallowing (dysphagia) can increase the risk of food or other items getting stuck in the upper airway … therapist and support staff, such as care aides and food service staff. Family, volunteers, friends and any … protocol is followed at all times when serving food, beverages or medications A person’s adaptive eating aids …

Healthy eating for chronic hepatitis

… includes vegetables and fruits, whole grains and protein foods daily. Examples of healthy eating patterns include Canada’s food guide and the Mediterranean and DASH diets. It’s … and seeds Lower fat milk, yogurt and cheese Fortified soy beverage Fish, poultry, lean meat, eggs, tofu If you drink …

Getting rid of rodents rats and mice

… siding, wallboard and wires. They eat a variety of foods, including food you might have stored in your cupboards or pantry. If you eat food that has been contaminated by rodents, you may get a …

Caffeinated energy drinks

… amounts of many of these ingredients through Supplemented foods regulations. The amounts are within safe levels when … or stevia, as sweeteners. If you regularly drink sweet beverages, you might find that it’s harder to eat healthy because you: Develop a preference for sweet foods Choose energy drinks instead of water and nutritious …

Your childs development from birth to 3 years

… night. The stages of child development described here are guidelines only, not a set of rules. Every child develops at …

Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus MRSA

… hospitals? If you are visiting a hospital, follow hospital guidelines to prevent the spread of MRSA, including washing …

Allergy safe child care facilities

… What is an allergy safe child care facility? Managing food allergy in a child care setting is a shared … facilities cannot be expected to be completely free of the foods that cause allergic reactions, they should make … to create and maintain a safe environment for children with food allergy. Maintaining an allergy safe child care …