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Extreme Heat [English] Permalink Public
Some people are more affected by the heat than other. Older adults, infants and young children, those with chronic health conditions, and those taking certain medicines should take extra care. This describes the signs of illness and ways to prevent heat-related illness. (English) Colour
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267111Extreme Heat and Using Fans [English] Permalink Public
Describes when and how to use fans to cool during extreme heat. Also, describes when it is safer not to use fans. (English) Colour
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268005Extreme Heat and Tips for Staying Cool [English] Permalink Public
Explains heat-related illnesses, who is at risk, what to watch for, and what to do. Gives tips for staying cool and safe in extreme heat conditions. (English) Colour
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267100Summer Heat Safety for Seniors and People with Medical Conditions (Large Text Version) [English] Permalink Public
Explains how extreme heat can affect your health and why, what you can do to stay safe, and the signs of heat illness to watch for. Also includes ways that family and care partners can support those who are most vulnerable. This 4 page version is for those with vision challenges. Also available in a 2 page version with smaller text size (#267483). (English) Colour
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267482Summer Heat Safety for Seniors and People with Medical Conditions [English] Permalink Public
Explains how extreme heat can affect your health and why, what you can do to stay safe, and the signs of heat illness to watch for. Also includes ways that family and care partners can support those who are most vulnerable. Also available in a larger text size for those with vision challenges. (#267482). (English) Colour
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267483Summer Heat Tips for Outdoor Worker Safety [English] Permalink Public
For all outdoor workers, this sheet explains how heat affects your health, why you are more likely to be affected, when you should stop working, what you can do to stay safe, what your employer is expected to do to keep you safe, and what to do when you see someone suffering the effects of heat. (English) Colour
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268106Window safety tips to protect kids from falls (Poster) [English] Permalink Public
Tips on how you can keep kids safe when it is warm outside. (English) Colour
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268067Window safety tips to protect kids from falls (Rack Card) [English] Permalink Public
Tips on how you can keep kids safe when it is warm outside. (English) Colour
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268068Be prepared for summer heat (wallet card) [English] Permalink Public
A card with helpful tips for staying cool and healthy during the heat and poor air quality events in the summer. Note to staff: Please order the wallet card in colour. (English) Colour
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267479Keeping Warm Indoors [English] Permalink Public
A person can get injuries from exposure to cold temperatures, even from just spending time in a poorly heated place. Here are ways to keep warm while keeping safe. Includes fire and carbon monoxide safety. Explains different cold injuries and how to treat them (chilblains, trench foot, frostnip, and frost bite). (English) Colour
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