Seafood is used in a wide range of packaged foods. If your child has a seafood allergy, they will need to be careful of food products such as coffee, fried rice, salad dressing and gelatin (note: this is not a complete list). Read more: ow.ly/32rN50Rriix #FoodAllergy

May is #CysticFibrosisAwarenessMonth . Learn about living with cystic fibrosis with this sample schedule of a day in the life of a teenager with cystic fibrosis: ow.ly/Buyc50Rsv3Q #CFAwarenessMonth

One of the most important things parents can to do to encourage positive behaviour in their child is model that positive behaviour themselves. Find some suggestions to help you to model this behaviour: ow.ly/7rY250RpF74 #Parenting #PositiveParenting

Who can develop #sepsis ?
Any child with an infection can develop sepsis.
However, there is a higher risk for certain populations, including the following: ow.ly/Omzy50Rj0y7

With pneumonia, your child's cough may get worse before it gets better. The cough may also continue for two to three weeks.
Here are some tips for taking care of your child at home: ow.ly/GzB350RjpK8

Your child does not need to lose consciousness to have a concussion. These are some of the signs and symptoms a child may experience after a concussion: ow.ly/ULmr50OAT2b #Concussion #HeadInjury

Being diagnosed with celiac disease and navigating the strict gluten-free diet can be tough. Learn how incorporating self-care activities into your routine can help you reduce stress, manage symptoms and build resilience: ow.ly/kPr950Rriom #CeliacAwareness #CeliacDisease

Do you notice that you can get lost when consuming content on your phone, whether scrolling online, using apps or gaming? Being thoughtful when consuming anything can help you make better decisions. Here are strategies to bring awareness into daily living: ow.ly/2UWQ50RrhvN

Your baby’s crying, and your response to their crying, is your first shared language. Learn about different types of crying and what they mean: ow.ly/rVlt50RrhBE #Baby #Parenting

#DYK : Colour is not a reliable sign that meat is safe to eat. Use a food thermometer to check the internal temperature. More information: ow.ly/FWsW50RrhfZ #FoodSafety

If you're undergoing #chemotherapy or #radiation treatment, your skin is extra light-sensitive. This means it is really important to wear #sunscreen all year round.
Here are some tips for sun protection: ow.ly/oEeP50RpF26
#SunAwarenessMonth2024 #SunProtection

What are the signs and symptoms of sepsis?
A child with sepsis may display typical signs of an infection, including #fever , #cough or #diarrhea , along with: ow.ly/kVYV50Rj0gZ
#Sepsis

If your child has symptoms of depression or anxiety, or even just an 'off' day, physical activity may be the last thing on their mind. However, physical activity can help greatly with maintaining mental wellbeing. Learn more: ow.ly/CWVu50PMfcU #MentalHealth #Exercise

Sunscreen isn't just for summer! It is important to wear it all year round when spending time outdoors, even on cloudy days.
Use a #sunscreen that protects against both UVA and UVB, as these are the damaging components of sunlight.
More sun safety tips: ow.ly/fHZS50Rn9eG

Nervous about talking to your child about sexually transmitted infections (STIs)?
Using real-life examples like TV shows or movies with romantic relationships can help
AND you can read our page for additional information: ow.ly/I4Uc50RjuB9
#STIAwareness

Share this resource with your teen to help them learn about what causes menstruation, how long a normal menstrual cycle is, what happens during a normal menstrual cycle and more: ow.ly/nbXj50RpwTY #Teens #Menstruation

An ingrown toenail occurs when the side of the nail grows into the surrounding skin instead of straight outward. Find out how to trim nails and pick shoes to help prevent ingrown toenails: ow.ly/Esvk50RpFe6 #Dermatology #IngrownNail #HealthCare

Ever wonder how plant foods give us energy? Read about how plants make glucose and how we turn that #glucose into energy: ow.ly/29Is50RpFb4 #Nutrition #Carbohydrates

By the time a child reaches 10 years of age, they should know how & why to call 9-1-1.
This video shows examples of when we would or would not call 9-1-1.
Children will learn what an #emergency is & who is a part of the emergency team: ow.ly/CiGV50Hg3F7
#911AwarenessMonth

What is sepsis?
#Sepsis occurs when the body's immune system overreacts to an infection. Early identification can be challenging as symptoms may resemble common infections.
Learn more: ow.ly/NJRc50Rj06U