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Did you know? January – Quit Smoking Resolution

Posted by on January 13, 2022 in Addiction, Did you know, Screening, Substance Cessation

Have you made any health and wellness Resolutions for 2022? Despite the difficulty, deciding to stop smoking is one of the most common, potentially beneficial and consistently challenging resolutions. When […]

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Did you know? December – Seasonal Affective Disorder

Posted by on December 14, 2021 in Did you know, Mental Health

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Seasonal affective disorder is a type of depression that is directly related to changes in the seasons. Typically, occurring in late fall and winter and improves […]

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Did you know? October – Dyslexia Awareness Month

Posted by on October 5, 2021 in Did you know

International Dyslexia Awareness Month What is dyslexia? Dyslexia is a specific learning disability in reading. Kids with dyslexia have trouble reading accurately and fluently. They may also have trouble with […]

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Did you know? September – Acne Awareness

Posted by on September 27, 2021 in Did you know

Acne Awareness Although some people often dismiss pimples, acne can actually cause significant physical and emotional scars. Acne is a skin condition that can range from mild to severe and involves the […]

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Did you know? August – Diabetes

Posted by on August 18, 2021 in Diabetes, Did you know

Are you on the path to developing Type 2 Diabetes?      Did you know… Approximately 6 million Canadians over the age of 20 years are Pre-Diabetic. Some may even […]

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Did you know? July – Sunscreen 101

Posted by on July 6, 2021 in Did you know

Use an SPF of 30 or higher Sunscreens are rated by the strength of their SPF. SPF stands for sun protection factor. A sunscreen’s SPF tells you its ability to […]

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Did you know? June 10th – Action Anxiety Day

Posted by on June 11, 2021 in Did you know, Mental Health

Did you know anxiety is one of the most prevalent mental health concerns? Anxiety is the body’s natural response to danger and uncertainty; however, it can become a challenge if […]

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Did you know? May – Vision Health Month

Posted by on May 13, 2021 in Did you know, Eye

**Children’s annual eye exams are covered by Alberta Health until their 19th birthday.**   Infants Infants are recommended to have their first exam between 6-9 months.  They will check to ensure: […]

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Did you know? April – Food Bank donations that help Diabetics

Posted by on April 16, 2021 in Community Cares, Diabetes, Did you know

Help have a positive impact on those with health considerations when donating to the food bank! While many stores have pre-packaged kits for donating to the food bank to make […]

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Did you know? March – Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

Posted by on April 7, 2021 in Cancer, Did you know, Screening

Did you know? Colorectal cancer is the 3rd most diagnosed form of cancer in Canada. However, it is one of the most treatable and curable if caught early enough.  What […]

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