Food poisoning occurs when bacteria, parasites and viruses grow on food. Prevent food poisoning with these tips on handling and storing food properly.
Learn how to prepare, store and cook food safely to minimize the risk of illness.
Learn what nutrition is optimal for your child from the time they are born to the time they are a teen. Learn about the different food groups and find information about the different nutrients that food contains.
If your child has a weak immune system learn how to protect them against infection.
This page gives advice on how to prevent your child from getting a burn during the winter.
An overview of the symptoms, causes, treatment options and prevention of lead poisoning.
Learn how to identify signs of poisoning in your child, and how to treat and prevent it.
Learn about cannabis, what happens if a child accidentally consumes cannabis and how to prevent unintentional cannabis poisoning.
Find tips for safe and tasty outdoor meals during the summer months to prepare for your next barbecue or picnic.
Vomiting is the forceful emptying of the stomach's contents.
Learn how and when to introduce different food textures to your child.
Find out about some of the treatments and coping mechanisms available for bipolar disorder, including medications, psychotherapy and lifestyle changes.
Discover the foundation for healthy eating with Canada's Food Guide. Learn about Canada’s Food Guide recommendations and how to apply them to your family’s diet.
Find information about buying, installing and maintaining smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in your home to keep your family safe.
Learn how an ostomy impacts your child's day-to-day activities and about considerations for protecting the stoma and ostomy pouch.
Learn how to make travel safer for a child with a food allergy.
An overview of poisonous plants.
Information for parents about indoor and outdoor safety, car and travel safety, and poison prevention. Also find first aid resources including information about animal bites, insect bites and sunburns.
Find out how engaging your child in meal time tasks can help them develop good eating habits.
Learn how to cope with emotional, social and financial stress as a family when your child has a burn injury.
Learn how to support your child's nutrition needs with nutritious snacks and meal ideas.
Developing positive eating habits can be difficult. Find out what your teen can do every day to develop a healthy attitude toward food.
Find tips for communicating and collaborating with educators and school staff to create an inclusive and safe learning environment for your child with celiac disease.
Find out how to help your child manage a fish allergy.
131I-MIBG is a radioactive therapy used to treat high-risk neuroblastoma. Learn how to prepare for the treatment and care for your child after MIBG therapy. Also learn about potential side effects and complications and when to seek medical attention.
