The return of summer means BBQs, extra daylight, and trips to the beach! But hot weather can also be a risk to your health.
Extreme heat can cause health problems such as dehydration, exhaustion, and heat stroke, as well as worsen existing health conditions. In fact, heat is the leading cause of weather-related death.
Read these 8 tips to safely enjoy the warm weather.
Want to learn more? Learn the signs of dehydration, heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
A new set of tools, resources and training for emergency department staff that supports those at risk of suicide is expected to save lives.
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Summer BBQs are fun but keep in mind - warmer temperatures can turn your feast into a fast-track to food poisoning if you’re not careful. Learn how to avoid it!
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Recruitment Assistants team lead Courtney Ruddiman has a background in business management and joined Interior Health in 2020 as an administrative assistant.
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Keep you and your loved ones safe with these tips to prevent drowning when enjoying water activities.
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Chantal’s path to health care was shaped by a deep desire to help others through some of their hardest moments.
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SCHF supports 100 Mile House & District General Hospital and health facilities, health projects, and the well-being of health-care providers & patients.
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