It has been announced that there will be a delay in Ontario’s Pfizer vaccine delivery this week, which will impact the Marathon Family Health Team’s upcoming vaccination event on June 24th. We have been advised by the Thunder Bay District Health Unit (TBDHU) that some Pfizer vaccines will be available for the youth who are…
The Marathon Family Health Team (MFHT) will be offering two more COVID-19 Immunization Clinics in the month of June. The upcoming clinics will be taking place on June 17th and June 24th, 2021, and about 350 doses of the vaccine are expected for each clinic. Eligibility criteria for first and second doses of the COVID-19…
The Marathon Family Health Team is pleased to report that 347 doses of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine were safely administered in Marathon on June 3rd, 2021. At this vaccination event, first and second doses of the vaccine were offered to individuals who met the following criteria: First doses Adults 18+ years of age Essential workers…
One exciting sign of spring is the smell of BBQ while walking outside. Barbecuing can create delicious smoky flavors hard to get using other cooking methods. However, sometimes there is a trade-off for your health. Here are 5 tips to boost the nutrition without sacrificing on the taste of barbecued meals. Tweak the meats Many…
Are you wondering when you will be eligible to receive a second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine? Earlier this year, vaccine supply in Canada was lacking. To help more of our population receive a first dose of the vaccine and some protection from COVID-19 sooner, Canada decided to extend the time interval between the first…
On May 20th, 2021, another 498 doses of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine were safely administered in Marathon. Currently, 63% of eligible individuals in our catchment population have received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine and 20% have received both doses. The Marathon Family Health Team is very pleased to have been able to…
The Marathon Family Health Team is pleased to report that 318 doses of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine were successfully and safety administered to members of our communities on April 29th, 2021. This means that nearly forty-five percent (45%) of our eligible population has now received some protection against COVID-19. In fact, since early March, a…
People are often uncomfortable talking about bowel movements and may avoid the topic entirely if they can help it. For those with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), this can lead to suffering alone and undiagnosed, which is why IBS Awareness Month came to be. This April, learn what IBS is, how it affects people who have…
by Amber Currie RDH We are a year into the coronavirus pandemic, and the feeling of burnout is common. For many there have been a shift in priorities, and the pandemic has changed the way we take care of ourselves. Oral health has decreased during the past year, with changes in personal and professional roles…
Have you ever thought about what kind of medical treatment you would want if you were to become seriously ill? Although it can be difficult to think about, taking the time to reflect on the wishes you have for future care will ensure that your medical treatment aligns with your goals and values. That’s exactly…