Every day, we are exposed to chemicals and pollutants – in our air, food and water. There are chemicals in everyday products we use at work, at home and at play. While some chemicals may be beneficial to our health, others may pose a health risk if they’re not handled properly.

This session will include some simple steps you can take to help protect you and your family.

Tips for protecting you and your family:

»» Radon gas testing (November is Radon Awareness Month)

»» Household chemical safety and precautions

»» Mould prevention

»» Home ventilation

Phoebe Tung is the Regional Radiation Specialist for Health Canada in Ontario. Under the National Radon Program, Phoebe is committed to increasing awareness of radon, its health risks, and encouraging action through testing and mitigation. Phoebe actively participates in outreach activities engaging the public, government and industry on radon and radon-related projects. Prior to working at Health Canada, Phoebe was a Research Assistant in the Hazardous Air Pollutants Laboratory at Environment and Climate Change Canada. 

Rasheed Sulaman is the Risk Communication and Public Involvement Officer for Health Canada in Ontario. Rasheed engages the public on environmental health issues, specifically, under the Chemicals Management Plan (CMP), a Government of Canada initiative aimed at reducing the risks posed by chemicals to people and their environment. He is passionate about outreach and providing awareness on chemical risk management.