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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260301T080000
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SUMMARY:Kidney Health Month 2026
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”54947″ img_size=”medium” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” css=”” link=”https://kidney.ca/News-Media/Campaigns/Kidney-Health-Month”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nFrom the Kidney Foundation: Meet your mighty kidneys this Kidney Health Month\nMarch is Kidney Health Month in Canada. If you haven’t yet considered the way your mighty kidneys impact your overall health\, now is the time. A first step to disease management and prevention is education. Learn more about your kidneys and explore our fact sheets and infographics.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row top_padding=”10″][vc_column width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”23126″ img_size=”medium” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” css=”” link=”https://www.occupationalcancer.ca/kidney-cancer/”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nWorkers at Risk: Chemical exposures\nThose exposed to X and Gamma radiation\, and Trichloroethylene (TCE) are most at risk for contracting cancer through workplace exposure. It is estimated that approximately 7\,600 Canadian workers are exposed to trichloroethylene. This includes those working in metal degreasing\, fabricated metal product manufacturing\, industrial painters\, and more. Others at risk for different substances are firefighters\, welders\, print shop workers\, those exposed to gasoline and diesel exhaust and other chemical compounds such as arsenic and cadmium. See the website for more info.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row top_padding=”10″][vc_column width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”55072″ img_size=”medium” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” css=”” link=”https://www.carexcanada.ca/”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nCarex Canada\nRenal toxins\, also a factor\, include heavy metals\, particularly cadmium (CAREX profile on cadmium link\, CAREX cadmium occupational exposures)\,lead (CAREX profile on lead link\, CAREX lead occupational exposures). Some pesticides are renal toxins\, too. There is some evidence of shift work\, long working hours\, and high temperature may also be renal toxins (here).[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row top_padding=”10″][vc_column width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”54962″ img_size=”medium” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” css=”” link=”https://www.kidneycancercanada.ca/”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nKidney Cancer Canada\nKidney Cancer Canada is a national community of patients\, caregivers and health professionals who work to provide every Canadian touched by kidney cancer with support\, education and advocacy for their care pathways and treatment options. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row top_padding=”20″][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_separator border_width=”3″ css=”.vc_custom_1771705656526{margin-bottom: 10px !important;border-color: #55BD9B !important;}”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row top_padding=”20″][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text] \nMore Occupational Exposures: Miners\, construction workers and more\nExposure in Canadian Mines\nIt has been known that exposure to radiation and certain chemicals can lead to kidney cancer. This paper by OHCOW Occupational Hygienists\, Kidney Cancer and Exposures in Ontario Mines\, discusses research on kidney cancer as it specifically relates to Ontario miners.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row top_padding=”10″][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text] \nSilica Exposure\nExposure to silica has become a major concern\, particularly in the construction industry.  Many construction substances such as concrete\, gravel and more that are ground\, cut or treated result in silica dust that has severe health effects when inhaled. This dust can be imperceptible to people when they are exposed to it but over time can result in severe illnesses and cancer to organs of the body including kidneys. \nSee our information page on Silica. \nIf you or someone you know works in an industry where they might be inhaling silica dust\, it is imperative that they utilize the FREE Silica Control Tool. \nSee our Silica Control Tool page.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row top_padding=”10″ bottom_padding=”60″][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text] \nOther Airborne Contaminants\nSee our Work Related Cancer page for more information about hazards and workplace controls. As well as radiation and silica\, Renal (kidney) diseases can be caused by exposures to other metals\, such as cadmium\, lead\, beryllium\,  and benzene.  \nAnother field that has been identified for high risk for cancer is welding. The Occupational Cancer Research Centre has done research on welding and cancer risk. As well\, the Australian Cancer Council has information about occupational hazards for renal cancer caused by welding\, and controls for those carcinogenic substances that can be implemented at work.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.ohcow.on.ca/event/kidney-health-month-2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260301T080000
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SUMMARY:Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month 2026
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row bg_color=”#3D9CA7″][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Colon and Rectal Cancer are Preventable and Treatable” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%23FFFFFF” google_fonts=”font_family:Signika%3A300%2Cregular%2C600%2C700|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=”.vc_custom_1773328349262{margin-top: 15% !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 25px !important;}”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”55296″ img_size=”large” alignment=”right”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row bg_color=”#00000000″ text_color=”custom” custom_text_color=”#D85454″ bottom_padding=”0″][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″ el_id=”numberbox” css=”.vc_custom_1773321010484{margin-top: 8px !important;border-top-width: 4px !important;border-right-width: 4px !important;border-bottom-width: 4px !important;border-left-width: 4px !important;padding-top: 6px !important;border-left-style: solid !important;border-right-style: solid !important;border-top-style: solid !important;border-bottom-style: solid !important;border-radius: 1px !important;border-color: #DF8282 !important;}”][vc_column_text el_class=”top”] \n4th \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”bottom”] \nmost common cancer diagnosis \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″ css=”.vc_custom_1773317535569{margin-top: 8px !important;margin-right: 8px !important;margin-bottom: 8px !important;margin-left: 8px !important;border-top-width: 4px !important;border-right-width: 4px !important;border-bottom-width: 4px !important;border-left-width: 4px !important;padding-top: 6px !important;padding-right: 6px !important;padding-bottom: 6px !important;padding-left: 6px !important;border-left-style: solid !important;border-right-style: solid !important;border-top-style: solid !important;border-bottom-style: solid !important;border-radius: 1px !important;border-color: #DF8282 !important;}” el_id=”numberbox”][vc_column_text el_class=”top”] \n72 \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”bottom”] \nCanadians diagnosed every day \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″ el_id=”numberbox” css=”.vc_custom_1773321021297{margin-top: 8px !important;border-top-width: 4px !important;border-right-width: 4px !important;border-bottom-width: 4px !important;border-left-width: 4px !important;padding-top: 6px !important;border-left-style: solid !important;border-right-style: solid !important;border-top-style: solid !important;border-bottom-style: solid !important;border-radius: 1px !important;border-color: #DF8282 !important;}”][vc_column_text el_class=”top”] \n90% \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”bottom”] \ncurable when found early \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row top_padding=”0″][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]The colon and rectum make up the last part of the gastrointestinal (digestive) system. Colorectal cancer is cancer that affects either the colon or rectum\, or both. It may also be referred to as colon cancer or rectal cancer\, depending on where the cancer originates. \nSymptoms\n\nChange to your Bowel Habits\nAbdominal Pain and Discomfort\nOther General Colorectal Cancer symptoms:\n\nUnexplained weight loss\nWeakness and fatigue\nAnemia\nNausea and vomiting\n\n\n\nRisk Factors\nGenetics and lifestyle are the main determinants that increase the risk of Colorectal Cancer. It has been proven that exposure to some carcinogens\, including in the work environment\, can also increase risk.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text] \n\nInflammatory bowel disease\, such as ulcerative colitis\nHaving benign (noncancerous) polyps\nA personal history of colorectal cancer\nA family history of colorectal cancer\nInherited syndromes\, such as Lynch syndrome\nGenetic conditions\nNot being physically active\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text] \n\nOverweight or obesity\nAlcohol\nSmoking\nDiet high in red meat\nDiet low in fiber\nExposure to ionizing radiation\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner css=”.vc_custom_1773321771075{border-top-width: 4px !important;border-right-width: 4px !important;border-bottom-width: 4px !important;border-left-width: 4px !important;padding-top: 15px !important;padding-right: 20px !important;padding-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 20px !important;border-left-style: solid !important;border-right-style: solid !important;border-top-style: solid !important;border-bottom-style: solid !important;border-radius: 1px !important;border-color: #E68A8A !important;}”][vc_column_text]Since colorectal cancer almost always develops from precancerous polyps (growths)\, participating in regular screening can help to find and remove these polyps before they become cancerous. \nColorectal Cancer Canada has lowered the recommended age to begin screening from 50 to 45.\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text] \nMore Information\nOHCOW Work Related Cancer Page\nColerectal Cancer Canada\n\nhttps://www.colorectalcancercanada.com/\nColorectal Cancer Canada is the nation’s non-profit colorectal cancer patient organization. We are dedicated to colorectal cancer awareness and education\, supporting patients and caregivers\, and advocating on their behalf. Our goal is to reduce the incidence and mortality of colorectal cancer in Canada and to improve the quality of life for patients\, their families and caregivers.\n\nCanadian Cancer society\n\nhttps://cancer.ca/en/cancer-information/cancer-types/colorectal\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.ohcow.on.ca/event/colorectal-cancer-awareness-month-2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260315T080000
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SUMMARY:Canadian Agricultural Safety Week
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_single_image image=”54737″ img_size=”large” onclick=”custom_link” link=”https://casa-acsa.ca/en/canadian-agricultural-safety-week/”][vc_column_text] \nCelebrating Farm Safety Across Canada\nCanadian Agricultural Safety Week (CASW) is an annual campaign held the third week of March of each year.\nwork to share information and resources to keep farming operations safe\, healthy\, sustainable and successful. You can be a part of this great campaign and remember\, #FarmSafetyEveryday![/vc_column_text]Go To Webpage[/vc_column][/vc_row]
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