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It’s okay to mix household chemicals.

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It’s okay to mix household chemicals.
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Never mix household chemical products together. Some mixtures, such as bleach and ammonia, can produce harmful gases. Always read and follow safety, usage, and disposal instructions carefully when using household chemical products.

Call a poison centre or your health care provider right away if you suspect someone has been harmed by a household chemical product.

Never mix household chemical products together. Some mixtures, such as bleach and ammonia, can produce harmful gases. Always read and follow safety, usage, and disposal instructions carefully when using household chemical products.

Call a poison centre or your health care provider right away if you suspect someone has been harmed by a household chemical product.

The safe way to dispose of unused or expired prescription drugs and over-the-counter medications is to bring them to a pharmacy.

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The safe way to dispose of unused or expired prescription drugs and over-the-counter medications is to bring them to a pharmacy.
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Don’t put medications down the drain or flush them down the toilet. Bring any drugs, over-the-counter medications, and natural health products to your local pharmacy for proper disposal.

Don’t put medications down the drain or flush them down the toilet. Bring any drugs, over-the-counter medications, and natural health products to your local pharmacy for proper disposal.

How long should you wash your hands after using the washroom?

a) 5 seconds
b) 15 seconds
c) At least 20 seconds

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How long should you wash your hands after using the washroom?
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Wash your hands with soap and warm, running water for at least 20 seconds after using the washroom, changing diapers, or touching, feeding or cleaning-up after pets. Washing your hands often helps prevent infection and reduce exposure to harmful substances. In most cases, you don’t need antibacterial or antimicrobial soap for safe, effective hand hygiene.

Wash your hands with soap and warm, running water for at least 20 seconds after using the washroom, changing diapers, or touching, feeding or cleaning-up after pets. Washing your hands often helps prevent infection and reduce exposure to harmful substances. In most cases, you don’t need antibacterial or antimicrobial soap for safe, effective hand hygiene.

Which one of these products may pose a health risk?

a) Hairbrush
a) Hairbrush
b) Talc
b) Talc
c) Bar of soap
c) Bar of soap

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Which one of these products may pose a health risk?
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Talc is a naturally occurring mineral that has many uses in a range of products, including cosmetics, baby powder and rash creams. Minimize your exposure by reading product labels and following all safety warnings. Avoid inhaling loose powders that contain talc, or choose a talc-free alternative. Talc can be harmful to your lungs and may cause ovarian cancer if used in the female genital area.

Talc is a naturally occurring mineral that has many uses in a range of products, including cosmetics, baby powder and rash creams. Minimize your exposure by reading product labels and following all safety warnings. Avoid inhaling loose powders that contain talc, or choose a talc-free alternative. Talc can be harmful to your lungs and may cause ovarian cancer if used in the female genital area.

Air fresheners are a contributor of indoor air pollutants in your home.

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Air fresheners are a contributor of indoor air pollutants in your home.
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Scented products such as plug-in or aerosol deodorizers can hide odours by producing volatile organic compounds (VOCs). VOCs can cause breathing problems, headaches, and irritation to the eyes, nose and throat.

Scented products such as plug-in or aerosol deodorizers can hide odours by producing volatile organic compounds (VOCs). VOCs can cause breathing problems, headaches, and irritation to the eyes, nose and throat.

Sealing your tubs and sinks tightly helps to prevent mould.

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Sealing your tubs and sinks tightly helps to prevent mould.
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Leaks can allow water to collect behind walls or under cupboards or floors, providing a damp place for mould to grow. Exposure to mould can lead to health effects, like eye, nose and throat irritation, and worsening of asthma symptoms. Clean small amounts of mould with dish soap and water rather than bleach. Consider hiring a professional to clean up large areas of mould, or if the mould keeps coming back after you clean it.

Leaks can allow water to collect behind walls or under cupboards or floors, providing a damp place for mould to grow. Exposure to mould can lead to health effects, like eye, nose and throat irritation, and worsening of asthma symptoms. Clean small amounts of mould with dish soap and water rather than bleach. Consider hiring a professional to clean up large areas of mould, or if the mould keeps coming back after you clean it.

What is the most important reason to use an exhaust fan?

a) To eliminate odours
b) To prevent excessive humidity
c) To disguise embarrassing sounds

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What is the most important reason to use an exhaust fan?
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While all answers may be applicable, the most important reason is to prevent excessive humidity, which can lead to mould. Exposure to mould can lead to health effects, like eye, nose and throat irritation, and can make asthma symptoms worse. Let the fan run for a few minutes after you’re done and keep bathroom fans clean. If you don’t have a fan, open your windows when showering or running a bath.

While all answers may be applicable, the most important reason is to prevent excessive humidity, which can lead to mould. Exposure to mould can lead to health effects, like eye, nose and throat irritation, and can make asthma symptoms worse. Let the fan run for a few minutes after you’re done and keep bathroom fans clean. If you don’t have a fan, open your windows when showering or running a bath.

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