New Breast Screening Guideline
December 18, 2024
By Suad Abukar, Registered Nurse, Preventative Care Program (PCP) We Are Here to Help You Make Informed Health Decisions: Early screening (40–49 years old) is recommended but not mandatory. For…
Health Education
RSV – Frequently Asked Questions
December 12, 2024
Vaccines against RSV are now available in Canada — and it’s normal to have questions. The doctors at the VaxFacts+ Clinic are here to help give you answers.
Everything You Need to Know About HPV
December 5, 2024
Written by Lauryn Peregrino, Registered Nurse (Student), Preventative Care Program (PCP) What is HPV? Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections. It can commonly cause…
Make This Christmas About Connection: Tips for a Merry and Safe Holiday Season
December 3, 2024
Written by Arielle Chung, Community Ambassador For parents and caregivers of teens and young adults, the weeks leading up to Christmas might feel like a mix of magic and mayhem.…
Care4Kids: Supporting Healthy Growth and Development
October 28, 2024
Written by: Bandana Thapa, Nurse Practitioner As children grow, it is essential for families to prioritize their health and development. Well-baby and well-child visits are key to ensuring that children…
Introducing the Hepatitis C Team at SCHC
September 17, 2024
Written By By Amy Stephenson, Manager of Community Health Teams Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities (SCHC) is proud to announce the formation of a new Hepatitis C team dedicated to…
Healthy Men, Healthy Conversations, Healthy Communities!
September 16, 2024
Written By Jeyanithe Karunanithy, BA (Hons.), MSc, Mental Health Case Worker On Aug 14, 2024, a group of IPPC staff comprised of harm reduction and mental health case workers headed…
Fall into Good Health
September 13, 2024
The SCHC’s top tips for staying happy and healthy as we move from the vibrant energy of summer to the refreshing calm of autumn!
How to Prepare Kids for Vaccination
August 7, 2024
Written by Mercedes Riestra and Malala Sharifi Learn About the Vaccine: Before the appointment, find out about the vaccine your child will get. Know why they need it, what it…
Well Baby Visit
April 4, 2024
Written by Anna Khademi, Registered Nurse Babies should be seen by a doctor or nurse practitioner (primary care provider) on an occasional basis. Well baby visits are crucial as they…
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