Health
Electrical shocks are no laughing matter. They can kill. The Canadian Standards Association (CSA) publishes more than 700 standards related to electrical products. From fuses to refrigerators, many of these codes are designed to improve safety in the home. Chief amongst these is the Canadian Electrical Code (CE Code), which published its 21st edition in early 2009. Read our electrical saftey tips below. Read more
Last week we published an article with all of the H1N1 basics taken from the World Health Organization including prevention methods, symptoms to look for, treatment and recommendations. The information in that article is not likely to change. Most of the recommendations to avoid the spread of the virus (wash your hands often, isolate sick people as much as possible, avoid crowded public areas) are true for preventing the spread of all viruses. Read more
There is a lot going around on the news about the worldwide “outbreak” of a new influenza A virus known officially as H1N1 and colloquially as the “swine flu.” Even here in BC, the news is reporting that there are outbreaks occurring at some private schools. With all this information, it can be difficult to separate rumour from fact. The following is summarized from the World Health Organization(WHO) website. Read more
Not only can you save space and money with a handful of natural ingredients, but you can improve the health of your family as well. Vinegar, Borax, lemons, olive oil, baking soda and salt can work wonders in a home, and are usually already on hand. Here are some simple, but effective, recipes that will keep your home clean and healthy. Read more
