With the holidays right around the corner, the Marathon Family Health Team would like to share some advice on how to be COVID safe this holiday season. While we recognize that dealing with a pandemic can make this time of year especially difficult for many, we encourage everyone to make responsible choices that will help…
Testing positive for COVID-19 can be a difficult experience for many. It may lead to not only worrying about your own health, but to be concerned about the impact it could have on your loved ones and community members as well. The Marathon Family Health Team (MFHT) wants to assure our patients and community members…
Recipe 1: Gingerbread-Apple Muffins INGREDIENTS 1/2 cup butter, softened (can substitute melted coconut oil) 1 egg 1 apple, cut in small pieces ½ cup real maple syrup ½ cup plain Greek yogurt ½ cup milk 1/4 cup dark brown sugar 1 generous tablespoon fresh grated ginger or ginger paste (you can also substitute 1 teaspoon ground ginger) 1½ cups whole…
The holiday season often brings joy through family and religious gatherings, but it will look different this year in the COVID-19 pandemic. With some work, it is still possible to have a safe holiday connecting with loved ones over food despite the limitations with travel and social gatherings. Some tips to stay healthy and happy…
Please be advised of the following change in local COVID-19 positive case reporting Now that COVID-19 testing and contract tracing recommendations have changed, only the most vulnerable individuals and individuals associated with highest risk settings are eligible for PCR testing (nasal swabs). For more information on who is eligible for a COVID-19 PCR test, click…
The actions we take moving forward will determine our success in controlling the further spread of COVID-19 in our communities. Everyone is encouraged to continue to do their best when it comes to following the public health recommendations listed below. Limit your close contact to your household members (the people you live with) Limiting your…
December 11th, 2020 – The Marathon Family Health Team (MFHT) and the North of Superior Healthcare Group (NOSH) are announcing the 16th positive case of COVID-19 in Marathon. This morning, the TBDHU advised us that there are currently 12 active cases in Marathon and that four cases have been resolved. All patients who have tested…
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December 10th, 2020 – The Marathon Family Health Team (MFHT) and the North of Superior Healthcare Group (NOSH) are announcing the 13th, 14th and 15th positive cases of COVID-19 in Marathon. All patients who have tested positive for the virus have been contacted by the Thunder Bay District Health Unit (TBDHU) and are self-isolating at…