Pink Eye (Conjunctivitis) in Infants and Children: First Aid Awareness for Parents and Caregivers Pink eye, also known as conjunctivitis, is a very common condition that affects infants, children, and adults. In young children—especially from birth to about 6 years of age—pink eye is frequently seen in homes, daycares, and school settings across Canada. From […]
What to Feed a Child With a Fever: Comfort, Hydration, and Safe Care Fever is one of the most common reasons parents seek medical advice, and understandably so. Seeing a child with an elevated temperature can be stressful. While fever itself is usually a normal immune response, what you offer a child to eat
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Heat Exhaustion: First Aid, Prevention, and the Role of Food & Hydration (Canada) Heat exhaustion occurs when the body produces more heat than it can release, most often during hot weather, physical exertion, or prolonged outdoor work—especially when dehydration is present. In Canada, heat-related illnesses are a growing concern during summer heat waves, outdoor sporting
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Fruit Allergies: Symptoms, Triggers, and First Aid Awareness in Canada Fruit allergies occur when the immune system mistakenly identifies proteins in certain fruits as harmful. In response, the body releases immunoglobulin E (IgE) antibodies, triggering an allergic reaction shortly after the fruit is eaten—or sometimes even after trace exposure. For many Canadians, fruit allergies cause
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Yellow Food Dye Allergy: Symptoms, First Aid Response, and Food Safety Awareness in Canada Yellow food dye, commonly found in processed foods, medications, and beverages, is known to trigger mild to severe allergic or sensitivity reactions in some individuals. These reactions are typically linked to synthetic dyes such as tartrazine (Yellow No. 5) and related
Fish Allergy and Eczema: Recognizing Skin Reactions, First Aid Response, and Food Safety in Canada A common sign of a fish allergy is the development of eczema or other skin rashes shortly after eating seafood, including fish. If an individual eats fish and then develops a blister-like rash that oozes, weeps, or crusts, this strongly
Puffy Eyes After Eating Fish: Food Allergy Warning Signs & First Aid in Canada Puffy eyes that develop shortly after eating fish can be a sign of a food allergy — one of the most common triggers of serious reactions in both children and adults. Fish and shellfish allergies are often lifelong, and in some
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Seasonal Allergies in Canada: Why Hay Fever Feels Like a Never-Ending Cold Seasonal allergies — also called hay fever or seasonal allergic rhinitis — affect millions of Canadians each year, particularly during spring and late summer. Although symptoms can mimic the common cold, seasonal allergies are immune reactions to airborne pollen from trees, grasses, and
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Chest Pain While Running in Cold Weather: What Canadians Should Know Running is a popular recreational activity across Canada—from urban trails in Vancouver to winter jogging in Ottawa or Montreal. While it offers cardiovascular benefits, some runners experience unexpected chest discomfort, especially when exercising outdoors in cold temperatures. Chest pain during exercise should never
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Head Pounding During Exercise: Causes & When to Seek Care (Canada) The sensation of head pounding during physical activity can be alarming, but it’s not always caused by a serious condition. Many cases are linked to dehydration, insufficient nutrition, or fatigue. However, if pounding persists despite being well-hydrated and rested, an assessment by a healthcare
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