Make Father’s Day a special day. Consider quitting tobacco use. You are not alone in your desire to live a tobacco-free life. By quitting you will: Be a positive role model for your family Reduce your chances of cancer, heart disease and stroke Have more energy AND Your family will: Enjoy extra money for family activities Be less likely to … Read More
Possible Choking Hazard
Attention Parents; We have been made aware of a potential safety hazard with the book, Meow, which has been distributed to families within Chatham-Kent. The sound button at the top of the book can become loose and fall out. The size of the button is below the acceptable toy size for children. Buttons and other small objects found by young children … Read More
Tanned Skin = Damaged Skin
Ever wish you could go back in time and tell yourself what you know now? This video shows how the sun damaged your skin when you were younger – and now you witness its harmful effects. Share this 6 minute clip with a young person in your life . Did you know? most sun damage occurs before age 18 … Read More
Smoking for Two?
Did you know that for every cigarette a pregnant woman smokes, the baby gets the effects of two? There are over 4,000 chemicals in a cigarette. More than 50 of these cause cancer. These chemicals are passed on to the baby through the placenta causing a decrease in the amount of oxygen and nutrients that the baby receives. Risks to … Read More
Sun Sense for Parents
Chances are your child will be spending a lot of time outdoors this summer. Unfortunately, too much sun can be harmful. Over time UV rays can cause skin cancer, premature aging and cataracts. As little as one blistering sunburn in childhood doubles the risk of developing melanoma as an adult. It is important that we practice sun sense at an early … Read More
Breastfeeding in Chatham-Kent
For the first six months the only food your baby needs is breastmilk. Come to one of our breastfeeding classes and learn the basics of breastfeeding, including: Importance of breastfeeding Getting started Maintaining breastfeeding Pregnant women, partners and support people are invited. These free classes are located at the Health Unit. To register call the Chatham-Kent Public Health Unit, 519.352.7270 ext. 2903. … Read More