Gardening Safety Working in the garden can be very rewarding, but it also comes with some dangers. The best way to protect yourself is to do so with a combination of preparation, wearing proper safety equipment and knowing how to use it, and staying focused on the task at hand. …
If you’ve ever had a burn, you know how painful it can be. Burns are a common injury that can happen in many ways, for example from touching a hot oven or stovetop or by an open flame of a candle or fireplace. During the busy holy celebrations going on …
Summer is coming, and that means it’s time to get a job. Whether you’re looking for some extra cash or hoping for experience in your field, summer jobs are a great way to get ahead of the game. But be prepared: there are lots of things you need to keep …
Introduction Winter is a beautiful season. The snow-covered trees are stunning, and the cold weather makes for some great adventures. But winter can also pose some serious dangers to your health, especially if you don’t take proper precautions. Here are 6 safety winter tips to help keep you healthy while …
Introduction The holidays are a time for family, friends, and special memories. But that doesn’t mean there aren’t some risks involved. There are many things you can do to stay safe during the holidays to avoid Christmas-time hazards—even if you’re hosting Christmas dinner at home. Turkey Turkey bones can be …
Diabetes is a condition where the body doesn’t produce enough insulin or the insulin that is produced doesn’t work properly. Insulin is a hormone that helps us to use energy from food, and it controls how much sugar (glucose) our bodies can use. Insulin is a miracle drug. The discovery …
Bicycling is a great way to get around, but if you aren’t safe on your bike, it can be dangerous. I have put together ten of the easiest things to do to keep yourself and other bikers safe. Here are 10 Bicycle Safety Tips to help keep cyclists and drivers …
Summer had just begun and yet it nearly ended for a Hamilton woman on June 23, 2022. While out for a bike ride on one of Hamilton’s beautiful trails, a German Sheppard broke away from its owner. The dog bit her repeatedly on her lower leg causing significant blood loss …
Falls are a fact of life. Even more so when you’re a senior. Falls are the leading cause of injuries for seniors. So, if you haven’t taken care of yourself by being active to keep your balance and strength up, becoming older can be the kiss of death. “Seniors” are …
There has seen a steep rise in reported Lyme disease cases in recent years, and as the planet warms, those numbers are expected to continue climbing. With ticks spreading further north each year, some advocates question whether Canada is prepared to cope with the rise of Lyme disease. The disease, which could cause …
Each year in Canada, 60,000 cardiac arrests occur outside of a hospital setting – that’s 1 cardiac arrest every 9 minutes. Nine out of 10 will die without immediate intervention. Doing #CPR and using an #AED can double the chance of survival. The good news is that from 2000–2001 to 2017–2018: the …