42 search results for water quality

Environmental Health

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Clinical Resources Safe Water Sodium in Drinking WaterEnvironment Air Quality, pages 5 to 11 for Food Sample Analysis See pages 12 to 21 for Water Sample Analysis See page 24, Environment Air Quality Health Index and Resource KitPublic Health Inspector’s, for Water Sample Analysis See page 24 for Legionella Investigations Rabies Rabies, Nile Virus - Public Health OntarioInfectious Disease Trends in Ontario - Public Health Ontario Water

Wildfire Smoke and Health

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smoke from across Ontario, Canada, and even our Southern neighbours. Air quality and visibility due, symptoms of wildfire smoke exposure include:Sore throatEye irritation (sore and water eyes)Runny, members to wildfire smoke. Ensure you have adequate supply of medication, food, and water. Ensure you, can go to take a break from the smoke. Know where to find information about local air quality, outside air from coming indoors. Close windows and doors Install high quality air filters Set

FAQs

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quality of the beach water at the specific time the beach was sampled. To get an accurate assessment of water quality, a number of samples across the beach area must be taken. When, inspectors check during inspections include: Water quality including clarity, disinfection, pH, total, of the centre How well outbreaks are managedActivities children engage in (e.g. water play, : No potable water (not suitable for drinking or handwashing) No power source

After a flood or power outage

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of your food and water to protect against any food or waterborne illnesses. Flood water may carry silt, raw sewage, oil or chemical waste. Food and water may become contaminated if it comes in contact with contaminated flood water. Even if a food package appears dry it may have been contaminated if the flood water covers or seeps into food containers. It is important to inspect all food items thoroughly prior to use and consumption. Any items that have been in contact with contaminated flood water

Food safety after a flood or power outage

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the safety of your food and water to protect against any food or waterborne illnesses. Flood water may carry silt, raw sewage, oil, or chemical waste. Food and water may become contaminated if it comes in contact with contaminated flood water. Even if a food package appears dry it may have been contaminated if the flood water covers or seeps into food containers. It is important to inspect all food, flood water should be discarded. If your water source is a private well, it may also become

Health Professionals Portal

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... Environmental Health Food safety, vector-borne diseases, drinking water, recreational water, rabies, air quality, extreme heat... Maternal & Child Health

Climate Action

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and for your health. Conserve Water and Energy Adjusting your behaviour to conserve energy and water can, your home more comfortable. Conserving energy and water is a great way to reduce your impact, quality of life and improves health outcomes, increases physical activity and social wellbeing

Extreme Heat

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change air, water, food quality and safety. Heat can increase rates of some diseases. Heat events stress, . Water is best. Heat stroke is a medical emergency! If you are caring for someone who has a high, if possible- Removing excess clothing- Applying cold water to the skinHealth Canada provides further, coverage, and places with water features (public pool, beach, splash pad).If you live alone or need, of water, even if you don't feel thirsty.Dress for the weather. Wear loose-fitted, light-coloured clothing

Where You Live and Your Health

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health-related aspects of your life, such as your level of physical activity, the quality of the air you breathe, the cleanliness of the water you drink and your overall sense of well-being, , which produces run-off that can negatively affect groundwater quality. People are more likely to meet

Creating Healthy Places

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playgrounds Join an environmental group working to improve water and air quality Talk to recreation, Active Transportation Air Quality Road Safety Food Access Become familiar with your