HAND WASHING
What does hand washing do?
Helps get rid of germs
What is head lice?
Tiny insects that live among human hair
What is the "most important meal of the day"?
Breakfast!
What do vaccinations do?
Help protect people against diseases
What does hand washing help prevent?
Illnesses from spreading
Who can get head lice?
Anyone that has hair! But is most common in school-aged children
True or False: a well balanced diet helps improve your mood
True!
How often should you get the influenza (flu) vaccine?
Once a year!
What do you need to wash your hands?
Soap and warm water or hand sanitizer
How is it treated?
Head lice shampoos, cream rinses, and sprays
How much water should you drink per day?
8 cups
True or False: Vaccines can make you sick with the disease
False!
How long should you wash your hands?
20 seconds
How does it spread?
Head lice are spread mainly by touching heads with someone who has head lice. They can sometimes be spread by sharing items such as hats, hairbrushes, and combs that were used by someone who has head lice.
What four food groups are on the Canadian Food Guide?
-Vegetables and fruits
-Grain products
-Milk and alternatives
-Meat and alternatives
Possible side effects after vaccinations include
Sore arm, redness around the injection site, low-grade fever, muscle aches, fatigue
What two places are often forgotten about when hand washing?
In between the fingers and under the nails
Where is head lice easiest to see?
The hair at the nape of the neck and around the ears
A healthy and balanced diet can help prevent illnesses such as
Heart disease and diabetes
When do babies get their first vaccinations?
8 weeks old!