H1N1 (Swine Flu) Prevention
Be prepared to combat the H1N1 Pandemic: WHO declares first GLOBAL flu epidemic in 41 years. Any community or organization that does not have a pandemic plan in place is strongly advised to do so.

Canadian Winters and Extreme Work Environments
While working in cold environments, the body's mechanisms for generating heat meets three major challenges ... low temperature, wind and wetness.

Battling Heat Stress in the Work Place
High temperature, high humidity and hard physical work are a dangerous combination. Heat stress reduces productivity, increases costs, but more importantly, can be fatal.

Avian Influenza (BirdFlu) - Who Is At Risk?
Avian Flu can be carried on contaminated equipment, vehicles, clothing and footwear. Insects can also act as carriers of the disease. It is extremely important to know how to minimize your risks of infection, and stop the spread of infectious diseases.

2005 West Nile Virus Update
West Nile virus has struck Toronto early this year with a 48 year old woman tested positive in Etobicoke. Last year, the first victim was diagnosed on August 13.

PMRA's Recent Regulatory Changes for Personal Insect Repellents
In Canada, all pesticide products including personal Insect Repellents are regulated by the Pest Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA) division of Health Canada in Ottawa.

2003 Health and Fact Alert
We have prepared this information to help you understand the health hazards outdoor workers are exposed to each and every day and how to best protect against these potentially dangerous occupational injuries.

Protect Against West Nile Virus
Protect the outdoor worker from these dangerous occupational diseases using common sense, protective clothing and CROC BLOC™ sunscreens and insect repellents.