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Helmets: How they prevent injury

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Find out how helmets are designed to protect against head injury.

Helmets: How to get your child to wear one

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A step-by-step guide for parents on how to fit a safety helmet and encourage a child to wear one.

Off-road vehicle (ORV) and all-terrain vehicle (ATV) safety

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Learn about the safety measures you and your family should consider before driving an off-road vehicle (ORV), including all-terrain vehicles (ATVs).

Cycling safety tips for children and families

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Cycling is a great way to get outdoors and stay active. Learn how you can keep your children and yourself safe while cycling.

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E-bicycles, e-scooters and other electronic recreational devices: Safety

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Battery-operated recreational devices such as e-scooters, e-bicycles and e-skateboards can cause serious injury due to the high speeds at which they travel. Learn more about using these devices safely and when to avoid them.

Medicines: How to use safely

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Includes advice on how to store and what to do if your child misses a dose.

Cyberbullying: Talking to your children

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Learn how to help your child use technology safely and what to do if your child has been bullied, has bullied others or has seen cyberbullying.

Safe handling of hazardous medicine

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Learn how to handle hazardous medicines safely when giving children tablets, capsules or an injectable medicine by mouth.

Playground safety

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Learn how to make sure your child stays safe at the playground, playing in the backyard or at a splash pad or wading pool.

How to prevent head injuries in children

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A guide for parents on preventing head injuries at home and outdoors.

Safe handling of hazardous medicines at home: Giving cut tablets

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A guide on cutting and giving hazardous medicine tablets safely.

Ear cleaning: How to clean your child's ears

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Learn how to safely clean your child's ears.

Physiotherapy after neurosurgery

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Detailed information on the importance of physiotherapy and exercise to the rehabilitation process after neurosurgery.

Poison prevention: A guide to keeping your family safe from poisons

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Find out how you can prevent poisonings at home, including how to store and give medicine safely, and learn about the everyday items around the house that may be harmful to children.

Safe handling of hazardous medicines at home: Mixing capsules with liquid or food

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A guide on mixing hazardous medicine capsules with liquid or food safely.

How to communicate about celiac disease when you eat out

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Eating out when you have celiac disease requires planning and clear communication. Learn tips to help you eat out safely.

Health & wellness

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Learn about the importance of routine health care. Also find information about the importance of sleep and physical activity and how much your child should be getting.

Safe handling of hazardous medicines at home: Cutting and preparing tablets as a liquid

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A guide on cutting, dissolving and giving hazardous medicine tablets safely.

Safe handling of hazardous medicines at home: Dissolving and giving whole tablets

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A guide to dissolve and give whole tablets of hazardous medicine safely.

Safe food handling and preparation after a blood and marrow transplant

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Learn how to safely handle and prepare food for your child after a blood and marrow transplant.

Recovery position: First aid at home

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An overview of what the recovery position is, when you might need to use it and how to put your child in it.

Safe handling of hazardous medicines at home: Giving injectable medicine by mouth

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A guide on preparing and giving injectable hazardous medicine safely by mouth.

Consumer product safety

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Every day, parents and caregivers make choices about what products to buy for their children. Learn what to look for to keep your kids safe and to prevent injuries from consumer products.

Safe handling of hazardous medicines at home: Giving capsule solutions

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A guide on dissolving and giving a portion of a hazardous medicine capsule safely.

Congenital heart conditions: After heart surgery

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Read about post-surgery recovery. How long a child spends recovering depends on the severity of the condition he's being treated for, among other factors.