SENIOR: HOW DO I PROTECT MYSELF?

On a SMOG ALERT day, you should:

Relax and do not overexert yourself
Postpone your exercise and outdoor activities to a time when the smog alert is over
Minimize your exposure to smog by avoiding high traffic areas
Take frequent breaks and drink water and natural juices
If your home is not air conditioned, visit Clarington’s air conditioned community centres
If you are going outside, take frequent breaks in the shade or an air conditioned area
Seek medical attention immediately if you experience symptoms such as chest tightness, wheezing or shortness of breath

CHILD: HOW DO I PROTECT THE HEALTH OF MY CHILD FROM SMOG?

On a SMOG ALERT day, you should:

Decrease you child’s exposure to the outside either for exercise, play or work
If your child has asthma, avoid being outside
Postpone outdoor activities to a time when the air quality improves and the smog alert is lifted
Minimize your child’s exposure to smog by avoiding high traffic areas
If your home is not air conditioned, visit Clarington’s air conditioned community centres
Seek medical attention immediately if you or your child experiences symptoms such as chest tightness, wheezing or shortness of breath

WHAT IF I HAVE A HEART OR LUNG CONDITION? HOW DO I PROTECT MYSELF?

On a SMOG ALERT day, you should:

Relax and minimize your exposure to smog by avoiding high traffic areas
Postpone outdoor activities to a time when the air quality improves and the smog alert is lifted
If you are going outside, take frequent breaks in the shade and drink water or natural juices often

Visit the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long Term Care website for more information about what you can do to protect yourself and/or your child from smog.

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