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Abirah’s Wellness Wednesday tips has inspired many to keep healthy and active while confined at home

May 9, 2022

Written by Walter Alfred, Marketing and Communications Intern ​Trying to keep fit when stuck at home can be a big chore, but with Abirah’s Wellness Wednesday tips, they have been…

A Year later, still coping with COVID-19

May 9, 2022

Written by ​Maria Borgai (MSW RSW), Social Worker – Diabetes Program Covid-19 has plagued us for over a year now, taking a toll on our physical, mental and emotional health…

Nutrition Month 2021: Daily Tips to Improve Your Health

May 9, 2022

Did you know that March is Dietitians Month in Canada? Dietitians can give you personalized nutrition advice to help you #FindYourHealthy! A dietitian can help you to make the best…

Making Sense of Loss and Grief

May 9, 2022

Salma Jaffer & Flourette Bacchus – HaynesClinical Social WorkersInterprofessional Primary Care Team Grief is a normal response to any loss and it is painful. COVID-19 outbreak has been unprecedented time…

How To Stay Safe in the Sun #Summer2020

May 9, 2022

by VALERIE COXNational Outdoor Furniture ​During the summertime, people spend a great amount of time in the sun. From cutting the grass to baseball games to swimming, so many of…

COVID 19: An Opportunity to a Healthier Lifestyle

May 9, 2022

BY RUCHIKA WADHWA, RD, CDEDiabetes Dietitian EducatorDiabetes Program​ ​These are strange times indeed. Amidst the global pandemic many are housebound. While putting home-cooked meals on the table could be challenging,…

How to Soothe Chronic Pain With Easy and Fun Activities?

May 9, 2022

The SCHC IPPC Physical and Occupational Therapy Series –> PART 2 By DIANA KINSLIKH-MOHAMED, MSc OT Reg. (Ont)Occupational TherapistInterprofessional Primary Care Team The Occupational and Physiotherapy team at IPPC often…

Plan, Shop, Eat Well during the Pandemic

May 9, 2022

By Ruchika Wadhwa, Diabetes Dietitian During these unprecedented times of the pandemic, it makes sense to stock up on budget-friendly, non-perishable food items so that you don’t need to go…

Coping with Stress from COVID-19

May 9, 2022

Written by Neha Jayaram, Communications and Marketing Specialist For many of us, this is week 2 of self-isolation. To protect ourselves and the more vulnerable members of our community, we’re working…

Food to Eat to Improve Bone Health

May 9, 2022

Improving bone health is essential, regardless of age. Developing and maintaining strong and healthy bones should never stop. Incorporating these foods and vitamins into your diet will help keep your…