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Healthy
Summer Living in the City |
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and enjoy a healthy safe Toronto summer! There is so much to
see and do in this vibrant and dynamic city. Take in one of
the city's s many exciting festivals, celebrations or attractions.
Make this summer fun and active for yourself and your family
Follow these simple steps for a safe and healthy summer... |
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Get
active this summer |
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- Make
physical activity a priority for yourself and your family.
- Visit
a pool, a park or a community centre.
- Drink
lots of water.
- Walk,
swim, dance, garden, and of course, play!
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Protect
your skin when outside |
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- Look
for shaded areas to enjoy outdoor activities.
- Reduce
the time you spend in the sun, especially between 11:00
a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
- Cover
up & wear long sleeves and a hat with a wide brim, whenever
possible.
- Wear
sunglasses with UV (ultraviolet) protection.
- Use
sunscreen with SPF (sun protection factor) 15 or higher
and UVA UVB protection.
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Protect yourself against mosquito bites |
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- Wear
light coloured clothing and cover up whenever possible.
- Take
precautions outdoors during dusk and dawn when mosquitoes
are most active.
- Use
insect repellent containing 10% DEET or less, or approved
alternatives, and follow product instructions.
- Remove
standing water around your house to reduce mosquito breeding
sites.
- Protect
yourself indoors by repairing holes in window screens.
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Protect
your health during heat and
smog alerts |
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- Drink
lots of water and take frequent rest breaks.
- Get
your exercise in an air conditioned place on very hot, smoggy
days.
- Avoid
strenuous outdoor activity during heat and smog alerts,
especially if you have asthma or other breathing problems.
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Have
a safe and healthy summer. For more information on Healthy Summer
Living in the City, contact
Toronto Health Connection at 416-338-7600
For information on events in Toronto, call
Access Toronto at 416-338-0338 |
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