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Resources for youth on a variety of topics to help live a healthier style.
On November 14, 2004, the Government of Québec launched a vast program to promote physical activity and healthy eating under the theme Do It for You! The main purpose of this program is to foster awareness among families and youth of the benefits of physical activity and healthy eating on a daily basis.
Source: Government of Québec - Department of Health and Social Services
With the growing popularity of hand-held cellular phones (or cell phones), questions have been raised about the safety of being exposed to the radiofrequency (RF) energy they emit.
Source: Health Canada
Laser technology is being used for an increasing number of cosmetic treatments. Examples include hair reduction, skin resurfacing for wrinkle reduction and/or treatment of acne scars, removal of pigmented blemishes (e.g., age spots and moles), and treatment of vascular lesions (e.g., port wine stains and spider veins). Lasers are also used to remove tattoos.
Source: Health Canada
Cosmetics and grooming aids are part of almost every Canadian's daily routine. Therefore, it is important to know that cosmetics can cause unexpected results, even health risks, if they are not used correctly.
Source: Health Canada
Some studies suggest that many teenagers and young adults have already experienced permanent hearing loss caused by exposure to excessive noise from a variety of leisure activities.
Source: Health Canada
Personal stereo systems offer a convenient way to listen to music in public without disturbing others. However, there are growing concerns that these devices may cause hearing loss if they are not used with a degree of caution.
Source: Health Canada
There have been concerns about the health effects of electric and magnetic fields (EMFs) emitted from computer monitors and other types of video display terminals (VDTs). In particular, concerns have been expressed regarding headaches, skin disorders and the potential risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes, such as miscarriages
Source: Health Canada
Because of government regulations, lighters in Canada are among the safest in the world. However, some convenience stores, gas stations and other retail outlets sell disposable and refillable lighters that do not meet Canadian safety requirements.
Source: Health Canada
Tattooing and ear/body piercing are increasingly popular among Canadians. These procedures, however, may increase the risk of contracting a number of serious blood-borne diseases
Source: Health Canada
A number of recent studies and surveys are showing more students are complaining of sore backs and shoulders, muscle strain, numbness, poor posture and balance as well as falls from carrying overloaded backpacks.
Source: Canadian Health Network
Tips on now to stay fresh and dry and on skin care for the face.
Source: City of Ottawa
"I don't turn up my MP3 player as loud as I used to," says Carole Douglas of Thornhill, ON. "After turning it off, I'd notice a buzzing sound in my ears even though the house was completely quiet." Douglas was experiencing what's known as tinnitus or head noise. Exposing yourself to loud music like Douglas did can cause trauma to your ears.
Source: HealthyOntario.com
You may be thinking of getting a tattoo or a piercing. Here are a few tips to help you protect yourself. Amateur tattooing/piercing may cause serious infections like HIV/AIDS, hepatitis B or hepatitis C. The safest way to get a good tattoo or piercing is to go to a professional.
Source: City of Ottawa
Shopping tips for piercing and tattooing
Source: Toronto Public Health
During adolescence hygiene is very important to remove oils and odour.
Source: City of Ottawa
Information related to this topic.
Source: Canada Health Portal
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