ISOLATION GUIDANCE Individuals who have symptoms of COVID-19 OR tested positive on a COVID-19 test (PCR or rapid) should self-isolate immediately. To see if you are eligible for a PCR test, click here. The time of the self-isolation period depends on age, vaccination status, severity of infection, and immune status. Population Isolation Period • Fully…
After the holidays, many of us are looking to improve our eating habits, and support can often be helpful. The Healthy You program, offered by the Marathon Family Health Team, is a free online weekly lifestyle group that can help with this. Making lifestyle changes encouraged in this course can lead to improved blood sugars, blood…
To encourage a safe return to in-person learning and to further protect our local healthcare system, the Marathon Family Health Team (MFHT) will be supporting the Thunder Bay District Health Unit in their efforts to provide local and timely opportunities for kids to get vaccinated against COVID-19. On Friday, January 21st from 2:30pm to 8:00pm,…
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 here. Since COVID-19 testing can no longer be offered to everyone, the Marathon…
The changes in isolation guidelines may be leaving you wondering what to do if you or your household members begin to experience symptoms of COVID-19 or are exposed to someone who has tested positive for the virus. The following flow sheets can help answer your questions.
Since April 1, 2020, The Marathon COVID-19 Assessment Center has been providing local access to COVID-19 testing, including PCR tests/nasal swabs, to anyone with symptoms of COVID-19 as per provincial guidelines. With the surge in cases that is currently being experienced across the province, the public health system in Ontario no longer has the capacity…
If you are concerned that you have COVID-19 Due to the rapidly spreading and highly infectious Omicon variant, it is highly likely that you are infected with COVID-19 if you begin to experience any symptoms related to the virus. If you have any of the symptoms listed below (even if mild), you must self-isolate immediately.…
Since April 1, 2020, The Marathon COVID-19 Assessment Center has been providing local access to COVID-19 testing, including PCR tests/nasal swabs, to anyone with symptoms of COVID-19 as per provincial guidelines. With the surge in cases that is currently being experienced across the province, the public health system in Ontario no longer has the capacity…
With the more transmissible Omicron variant rapidly becoming the dominant strain of COVID-19 in Ontario, it is highly recommended to get a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. Why is it important to get a booster dose? 2 doses of an mRNA vaccine (Pfizer and/or Moderna) are not as effective against Omicron. Booster doses help…
Ingredients: • ¾ cup walnuts, chopped• 2 bunches broccoli• 3 tbsp pumpkin seeds (dry roasted)• 1/3 cup dried cranberries• 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar• 2 tbsp maple syrup• 2 tbsp peanut butter• 2 tbsp olive oil Instructions: 1. Place walnuts in small non-stick frying pan over med-low and toast about 5 min until lightly browned and fragrant.…