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Category Archives: H&S Bulletins
Scented Product Guidelines
Responding to Scent-Related Questions in the Fleming Workplace
Fragrances are found in a wide range of products, including perfume, cologne, deodorant, soap, shampoo, hairspray, air fresheners, essential oil room diffusers and cleaning agents. Exposure to fragrance chemicals in scented products can trigger health reactions in some individuals with conditions such as asthma, allergies, migraines, or chemical sensitivities. The guidelines below are intended to provide some steps for responding to scent- related issues in the Fleming work and learning environment. Continue reading
Changes to Lyme Disease Testing ā Peterborough Public Health
April 3rd, 2023
What is New
Beginning on April 1, 2023 the Public Health Ontario Lab (PHOL) will be changing Lyme disease testing for clinical samples from the standard two-tier testing (STTT) algorithm to the modified two-tier testing (MTTT) algorithm. This change will facilitate earlier clinical diagnosis and intervention of Lyme disease. Continue reading
Influenza (The Flu)
The flu (influenza) is a contagious virus that anyone can get. Some of theĀ symptoms of COVID-19Ā are similar to the flu, and it may be hard to tell the difference between them based on symptoms alone. If you think you have COVID-19, you should get tested.
Health & Safety at Frost Stay Calm and Study On Event
April 6, 2023
Health and Safety participated at Frostās Stay Calm and Study On Event at Discovery Trail with an ergonomics station. Students were able to learn about and try various ergonomic equipment and discuss tips on how to improve their work stations!Ā
Visit our Ergonomics page for resources and information.
