- Genetic Testing: What You Should KnowRead Article >>Healthy Living
Genetic Testing: What You Should Know
Genes are found in chromosomes and are made up of DNA. We inherit genes from our parents. Our gene…
- Choosing Safe Baby GearRead Article >>Infants and Toddlers
Choosing Safe Baby Gear
Having a baby means you’ll need a lot of baby gear. First, do your research to ensure everything you…
- Cat and Dog BitesRead Article >>Pets and Animals
Cat and Dog Bites
Cat and dog bites are common injuries. A family pet or a stray animal could bite you. But you…
Crisis Situations
Do I Have COVID-19 or the Flu?
COVID-19 and the flu have many symptoms in common. It can be tricky to know which you have. But there…
COVID-19 Tests
COVID-19 remains important in caring for yourself and protecting others.
Handwashing and COVID-19
Handwashing is one of the best ways to prevent the spread of illnesses including COVID-19. Use soap and water or…
First Aid and Injury Prevention
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
CPR, or cardiopulmonary resuscitation, is done when a person isn’t breathing or their heart has stopped. It can save a…
Sore Muscles from Exercise
Exercise is an important part of a healthy, active lifestyle. It improves your heart and lungs and builds strong bones…
How to Survive an Extended Power Outage with Home Medical Equipment
Electricity is something we take for granted. When you depend on electricity to power medical equipment and medicine at home,…
Healthy Living
Colonoscopy
A colonoscopy is a screening test that will help your doctor check for colorectal cancer. It may be used for…
Getting Help to Quit Smoking
Quitting smoking is difficult, to say the least, but it’s worth making a priority in your life. Don’t go it…
Food Habits Survey
Use this resource to help track your food habits and share them with your doctor.
Occupational Health
Health Care Workers: Avoiding Infections at Work
Healthcare workers have a high risk of being exposed to infections through blood, coughs or sneezes, and direct contact with…
How to Protect Yourself From Job-related Skin Problems
An overview of job-related skin conditions, their causes and symptoms, and what can be done to avoid and treat…
Occupational Exposure to HIV: Advice for Health Care Workers
HIV stands for human immunodeficiency virus. It is an infection that attacks your body’s immune system and can lead to…
Pets and Animals
What Should I do if I Get a Spider Bite?
Spiders are found everywhere. But each kind of spider is unique. Some tend to live outdoors. Some are common inside…
Avoiding Snakebites
If you enjoy being outdoors, you should recognize when snakes are active and learn how to best limit your exposure…
Cat and Dog Bites
Cat and dog bites are common injuries. A family pet or a stray animal could bite you. But you can…
Travel
International Travel: Tips for Staying Healthy
Travelling overseas can be fun, but there are precautions and plans you should make to ensure that you stay healthy…
Air Travel Health Tips
One key to air travel is to prepare ahead of time. Follow these tips to make your air travel healthier…
Texting and Driving
Texting while driving is illegal and can be deadly for you, your passengers, and others on the road.