What's the difference between a cold and the flu?
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Tuesday, August 24, 2010
Handwashing with soap and water
To wash hands properly, rub all parts of the hands and wrists with soap and water or an alcohol-based hand
rub. Wash hands for at least 15 seconds or more. Pay special attention to fingertips, between fingers, backs
of hands and base of the thumbs.
• Keep nails short • Wash wrists and forearms if they are likely to have
• Remove watches, rings and bracelets been contaminated
• Do not use artificial nails • Make sure that sleeves are rolled up and do not get
Source: http://www.health.gov.on.ca/english/public/pub/pubhealth/pdf/handwash_tech.pdf
Cold and flu season in Canada runs from November until April
Influenza (or the flu) is a common respiratory illness that affects millions of Canadians each year. The flu can cause a range of problems from a few sick days, to hospitalization and even death. The seasonal flu vaccine is the most effective method of preventing influenza that Canadians have access to every year, in time for the flu season.
Certain groups should not be vaccinated. These include children under six months of age and people who have had an allergic reaction to eggs or to a previous dose of the flu vaccine.
Regular hand washing is another way to help minimize your risk. By washing your hands often, you will reduce your chance of becoming infected after touching contaminated surfaces.
If you get the flu, you should increase the amount of fluids you drink (water, juice, soups) and get plenty of rest for seven to ten days. You may also wish to speak to your health care provider about medications to treat the flu. If you take them within 48 hours of the start of your symptoms, they may reduce the length of your illness by an average of one or two days. For more information on the flu, see the It's Your Health article on the Health Canada Web site.
Source: http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/ahc-asc/media/advisories-avis/_2007/2007_166-eng.php
Certain groups should not be vaccinated. These include children under six months of age and people who have had an allergic reaction to eggs or to a previous dose of the flu vaccine.
Regular hand washing is another way to help minimize your risk. By washing your hands often, you will reduce your chance of becoming infected after touching contaminated surfaces.
If you get the flu, you should increase the amount of fluids you drink (water, juice, soups) and get plenty of rest for seven to ten days. You may also wish to speak to your health care provider about medications to treat the flu. If you take them within 48 hours of the start of your symptoms, they may reduce the length of your illness by an average of one or two days. For more information on the flu, see the It's Your Health article on the Health Canada Web site.
Source: http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/ahc-asc/media/advisories-avis/_2007/2007_166-eng.php
Worksite Health Promotion and Organization Culture: Investing in Success
An organization’s capacity to succeed is largely dependent on the overall well-being of
its people. Simply put, if employees are not well, organizations do not prosper. The widespread escalation of chronic disease, partnered with the rising cost of prescription medications, and overall health benefits costs make this a reality to which Canadian employers are not protected. Adverse changes in the health profiles of working age Canadians and consequential costs make wellness programming a necessity in the workplace.
From a macro perspective, the business case for wellness stems from two main variables:
employee health and well-being, and organizational culture. These two spheres of influence are highly integrated, mutually dependent and significantly impact the success of an organization from both an employee and fiscal standpoint. A wellness strategy that acts to prevent future employee illness and is linked to the business objectives of an organization can unequivocally result in health benefits cost containment, a more productive workforce and ultimately competitive advantage.
To read the entire article, please click here download the PDF.
ParaMed Home Health Care
3000 Steeles Avenue East, Suite #700
Markham, ON L3R 9W2
Telephone: 1-866-512-5629
E-mail: OnSiteFluClinics@ParaMed.com
Website: http://www.onsiteflushots.ca
its people. Simply put, if employees are not well, organizations do not prosper. The widespread escalation of chronic disease, partnered with the rising cost of prescription medications, and overall health benefits costs make this a reality to which Canadian employers are not protected. Adverse changes in the health profiles of working age Canadians and consequential costs make wellness programming a necessity in the workplace.
From a macro perspective, the business case for wellness stems from two main variables:
employee health and well-being, and organizational culture. These two spheres of influence are highly integrated, mutually dependent and significantly impact the success of an organization from both an employee and fiscal standpoint. A wellness strategy that acts to prevent future employee illness and is linked to the business objectives of an organization can unequivocally result in health benefits cost containment, a more productive workforce and ultimately competitive advantage.
To read the entire article, please click here download the PDF.
ParaMed Home Health Care
3000 Steeles Avenue East, Suite #700
Markham, ON L3R 9W2
Telephone: 1-866-512-5629
E-mail: OnSiteFluClinics@ParaMed.com
Website: http://www.onsiteflushots.ca
Flu Shot Clinics Benefits to Employees
- Provide an opportunity to receive the flu vaccine in a convenient location
- Decrease the risk of catching the virus by approximately 75%
- Decrease the spread of flu to family members
- Increase the chances of having a "flu-free" Christmas and winter vacation
Need more information on Influenza? Download this article produced by Health Canada and the Public Health Agency of Canada.
ParaMed Home Health Care
3000 Steeles Avenue East, Suite #700
Markham, ON L3R 9W2
Telephone: 1-866-512-5629
E-mail: OnSiteFluClinics@ParaMed.com
Website: http://www.onsiteflushots.ca
Flu Shot Clinics Benefits to Organization
- Decrease the spread of influenza to co-workers
- Decrease employee absenteeism by reducing time lost from work
- Decrease short-term disability claims
- Reduce cost of replacement personnel
- Increase productivity
- Minimize disruption of routine activities and programs
ParaMed Home Health Care
3000 Steeles Avenue East, Suite #700
Markham, ON L3R 9W2
Telephone: 1-866-512-5629
E-mail: OnSiteFluClinics@ParaMed.com
Website: http://www.onsiteflushots.ca
10 to 25% of Canadians may get the flu each year
Did you know?
According to Health Canada, 10 to 25% of Canadians may get the flu each year. Although most of these people recover completely, an estimated 4,000 to 8,000 Canadians, mostly seniors, die every year from pneumonia related to flu and many others may die from other serious complications of flu.
Influenza is a common respiratory illness affecting millions of Canadians each year and many employers recognize that this is a significant cause of lost work time. Influenza has a propensity to spread rapidly in closed working environments, leaving several employees off sick at the same time and the remainder struggling to cope with the increased workload. The best way to prevent influenza and limit its spread within the workplace is to offer the opportunity for employees to get a flu shot. The most convenient and cost-effective place to immunize employees is at the worksite.
ParaMed's On Site Flu Shot Program can help organizations maximize employee health protection through the flu season and minimize employee absenteeism. Flu clinics are conducted by our specially trained registered nurses and can be held in the workplace, in public settings or any location convenient to your company and its employees.
ParaMed Home Health Care
3000 Steeles Avenue East, Suite #700
Markham, ON L3R 9W2
Telephone: 1-866-512-5629
E-mail: OnSiteFluClinics@ParaMed.com
Website: http://www.onsiteflushots.ca
According to Health Canada, 10 to 25% of Canadians may get the flu each year. Although most of these people recover completely, an estimated 4,000 to 8,000 Canadians, mostly seniors, die every year from pneumonia related to flu and many others may die from other serious complications of flu.
Influenza is a common respiratory illness affecting millions of Canadians each year and many employers recognize that this is a significant cause of lost work time. Influenza has a propensity to spread rapidly in closed working environments, leaving several employees off sick at the same time and the remainder struggling to cope with the increased workload. The best way to prevent influenza and limit its spread within the workplace is to offer the opportunity for employees to get a flu shot. The most convenient and cost-effective place to immunize employees is at the worksite.
ParaMed's On Site Flu Shot Program can help organizations maximize employee health protection through the flu season and minimize employee absenteeism. Flu clinics are conducted by our specially trained registered nurses and can be held in the workplace, in public settings or any location convenient to your company and its employees.
ParaMed Home Health Care
3000 Steeles Avenue East, Suite #700
Markham, ON L3R 9W2
Telephone: 1-866-512-5629
E-mail: OnSiteFluClinics@ParaMed.com
Website: http://www.onsiteflushots.ca
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