| Alcohol |
| Resource Name and Target Audience |
Resource Description |
Picture of Resource |
| “Canada’s Low-Risk Alcohol Drinking Guidelines” (LRADGs) by CCSA General population |
The LRADGs outline best practices for setting drink limits and when not to drink alcohol. The brochure provides tips for safer drinking and defines a standard drink. |
  Reproduced with permission from the Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction.
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| “Canada’s Low-Risk Alcohol Drinking Guidelines” by CCSA General population |
This wallet-size card outlines the recommended daily and weekly limits. It also explains what “a drink” means within the LRADGs. |
Reproduced with permission from the Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction. |
| "Male BAC" Men* 19 years & older * Biological definition |
This foldout describes how Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) is measured. It shows three BAC charts that are based on body weight and number of drinks consumed after 1 hour, 3 hours and 5 hours. These charts should only be used as a guide, because other factors may also affect BAC. This resource has tips on how to “Party Safe”, and it provides a link to TheLINKOttawa.ca for more information. |
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| "Female BAC" Women* 19 years & older *Biological definition |
This foldout describes how Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) is measured. It shows three BAC charts that are based on body weight and number of drinks consumed after 1 hour, 3 hours and 5 hours. These charts should only be used as a guide, because other factors may also affect BAC. This resource has tips on how to “Party Safe”, and it provides a link to TheLINKOttawa.ca for more information. |
 
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| Better Strength, Better Balance |
| Better Strength, Better Balance! is a fall prevention exercise and education program for people aged 65+. It is a beginner level program for thos wishing to improve their strength and balance. Promote the Better Strength, Better Balance program with a printable poster (PDF) |
| Cannabis |
| Resource Name and Target Audience |
Resource Description |
Picture of Resource |
| Blunt Fact Poster (Smoke) General population |
Posters, as shown on the right, were developed for the Blunt Fact campaign targeting the general population. This poster describes that inhaling cannabis smoke can harm your lungs. The recommendation is to choose other ways to use. For more information, a link to the Ottawa Public Health's (OPH) Cannabis Website is provided with the bilingual logo at the bottom. |
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| Blunt Fact Poster For parents |
Posters, as shown on the right, were developed for the Blunt Fact campaign targeting the general population. This poster describes that using cannabis as a teen can change the way the brain grows and how it works. The recommendation is to help them reach their full potential: Talk early, often and openly about cannabis. For more information, a link to the Ottawa Public Health's (OPH) Cannabis Website is provided with the bilingual logo at the bottom. |
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| Blunt Fact Poster (Impaired Driving) General population |
Posters, as shown on the right, were developed for the Blunt Fact campaign targeting the general population. This poster describes that cannabis can slow your reaction time and impair your ability to drive. The recommendation is to plan a safe ride. For more information, a link to the Ottawa Public Health's (OPH) Cannabis Website is provided with the bilingual logo at the bottom. |
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| Blunt Fact Poster: Know How Cannabis Affects You Youth and Young Adults |
A poster, as shown on the right, was developed to target youth and young adults regarding cannabis use. This poster is a screenshot of a conversation through text message between two peers. Peer number one is using cannabis and is asking if peer number two would like to try it. Peer number two says no, explains the reason being he/she doesn't want to mess up their growing brain and body, and provides the following three resources:
The Link logo provided by Ottawa Public Health is placed at the bottom of the poster. |
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| Cannabis Crossword Puzzle (Adults 55+) |
The cannabis crossword puzzle was developed for the older adult population 55+. The puzzle aims to raise awareness about the health effects of cannabis to help older adults make informed choices. There are fourteen clues to complete the puzzle. For more information, a link to the Cannabis Information for Older Adults webpage is provided at the bottom of the puzzle. |
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| Cannabis Word Search Puzzle (Adults 55+) |
The cannabis word search puzzle was developed for the older adult population 55+. The puzzle aims to raise awareness about the health effects of cannabis to help older adults make informed choices. There are nineteen cannabis related words to find in the puzzle. For more information, a link to the Cannabis Information for Older Adults webpage is provided at the bottom of the puzzle. |
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| How to spot FAKE news Factsheet (General public) |
The factsheet provides information to help distinguish between fake and real information. There are 8 short tips to help you get started. For more information, a link to the Cannabis Information for Older Adults webpage is provided at the bottom of the factsheet. |
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| Cannabis: Information for Older Adults & Caregivers Factsheet (Adults 55+, caregivers) |
The two-page factsheet provides general information about health risks of cannabis use for older adults and caregivers. It includes four community mental health and addiction resources with contact information. For more information, a link to the Cannabis Information for Older Adults webpage is provided. |
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| Dental |
| Resource Name and Target Audience |
Resource Description |
Picture of Resource |
| Athletic Mouthguard General Population |
Information on different types of mouthguards, including tips on proper maintenance and care. The accessible format of the Athletic Mouthguard resource is available in our oral health resources page. |
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| Baby Teeth Are Important Parents with Children from 1 to 5 Years Old |
Information on dental health for parents and caregivers of young children, including tips on good oral hygiene and nutrition. The accessible format of the Baby Teeth Are important resource is available in our Parenting in Ottawa page. |
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| Brushing Method Youth and Adults |
Illustration of the proper brushing technique for youth and adults. The accessible format of the Brushing Method resource is available in our oral health resources page. |
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| Dental Health Resource Bin Schools and Child Care Facilities |
List of bilingual curriculum resources available for schools and child care facilities. The accessible format of the Dental Health resource Bin is available in our Curriculum Support page. |
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| Early Childhood Tooth Decay Parents with Children from 1 to 5 Years Old |
Information on early childhood tooth decay, its causes and how to prevent it. The accessible format of the Early Childhood Tooth Decay resource is available in our Parenting in Ottawa page. |
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| Flossing Method Youth and Adults |
Illustration of the proper flossing technique for youth and adults. The accessible format of the Flossing Method resource is available in our oral health resources page. |
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| Fluoride General Population |
Information on the importance of fluoride for dental health, including the correct amount of fluoridated toothpaste to use at different ages. The accessible format of the Fluoride resource is available in our oral health resources page. |
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| Fluoride Varnish Children and Youth |
Information on fluoride varnish applications, including post-application instructions. The accessible format of the Fluoride Varnish resource is available in our oral health resources page. |
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| Gum Disease and Diabetes Adults with Diabetes |
Information on the link between gum disease and diabetes, the stages of gum disease, and how to prevent and control it. The accessible format of the Gum Disease and Diabetes resource is available in our oral health resources page. |
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| Oral Piercing Youth |
Information on risk factors associated with oral piercings, as well as follow-up care instructions. The accessible format of the Oral Piercing resource is available in our oral health resources page. |
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| Pit and Fissure Sealant Children and Youth |
Information on pit and fissure sealant, which is applied to the molars to prevent cavities. The accessible format of the Pit and Fissure Sealant resource is available in our oral health resources page. |
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| Pregnancy and Oral Health Pregnant Women |
Information on dental health for expectant mothers, including tips on good oral hygiene, dental visits and managing morning sickness. The accessible format of the Pregnancy and Oral Health resource is available in our oral health resources page. |
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| Snacking and Dental Health General Population |
Information on how sugar and plaque cause dental cavities and on things to consider when snacking, including healthy snack ideas. The accessible format of the Snacking and Dental Health resource is available in our oral health resources page. |
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| Teething Parents with Babies and Toddlers |
Information on teething signs and the age at which primary teeth usually appear. The accessible format of the Teething resource is available in our Parenting in Ottawa page. |
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| Tooth Injury General Population |
Information on what to do when a tooth is knocked out. The accessible format of the Tooth Injury resource is available in our oral health resources page. |
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| Fall prevention |
| This fall prevention one hour online learning module is designed to give anyone working with older adults such as personal support workers, volunteers, friends and family, or older adults who support others close to them, valuable information regarding falls and fall prevention. This training is based on current literature, the Canadian Fall Prevention Curriculum and best practices in fall prevention. City of Ottawa ulearn: Falls and Older Adults Older Adult Resources:
The "You CAN prevent Falls" factsheet [PDF] is available, to assist older adult in making the needed adjustments to their home and lifestyle to help stay independent and safe. It includes a tool to assist in identifying hazards around the home, information about protective health behaviours to reduce personal risk, and an action plan to make changes The "Staying Independent Checklist" [PDF] is intended to be used by older adults to complete a self-screening for falls risk.
- Copies can be ordered by contacting Ottawa Public Health at 613-580-6744
- Or download:
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| Hand hygiene |
Learn more about preventing the spread of germs in the below resources prepared by OPH.
The information below is available in other formats. Contact Ottawa Public Health at 613-580-6744 to request the document in an accessible format.
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| Heat |
Extreme Heat Events
Info and tools for health care providers on the dangers of extreme heat, and how to properly prevent, diagnosis and treat heat-related illnesses. |
| Opioids |
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| Resource Name and Target Audience |
Resource Description |
Picture of Resource |
| “Got questions about drugs?” Youth grades 6-8 |
This poster encourages youth to talk to adults they trust. It includes examples of questions that youth may have about drugs. The poster also lists the phone numbers of Kids Help Phone and Youth Services Bureau. |
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| “Anything can be cut with Fentanyl” General population |
This postcard describes that counterfeit drugs have been linked with overdoses, that “anything can be cut with fentanyl”, and that “even the smallest amount can cause an overdose.” The postcard encourages everyone to know the signs and symptoms of an opioid overdose, to call 9-1-1, and to carry naloxone. For more information, a link to www.StopOverdoseOttawa.ca is provided. |
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| “Anything can be cut with Fentanyl or Carfentanil” General population |
This poster describes that illicit drugs have been linked with overdoses, that “anything can be cut with fentanyl or carfentanil”, and that “even the smallest amount can cause an overdose.” The poster is encouraging everyone to know the signs and symptoms of an opioid overdose, to call 9-1-1, and to carry naloxone. For more information, a link to www.StopOverdoseOttawa.ca is provided. |
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| “Opioid Overdose Signs and Symptoms” General population |
This poster lists the common signs and symptoms of an opioid overdose. Each sign and symptom is accompanied by an image. For more information, there is a link to OttawaPublicHealth.ca. |
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| “Into chemsex or party n’ play?” General population |
This postcard aims to prevent overdose deaths. It includes the signs and symptoms of an opioid overdose, and it recommends never using drugs alone. The postcard also states that an overdose is a medical emergency. It encourages people to carry naloxone and to call 9-1-1. For more information, there is a link to www.StopOverdoseOttawa.ca. |
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| “You are your kid’s first line of defense against drugs” Parents |
This postcard directs parents to ParentingInOttawa.ca/StopOverdose for tips and resources on how to talk to their children about drugs. |
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| Rabies |
| Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care: Guidance Document for the Management of Suspected Rabies Exposures
This document is in support of the Rabies Prevention and Control Protocol, 2008 (or as current) under the Ontario Public Health Standards.
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