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…
March 29th, 2021 –The Marathon Family Health Team (MFHT) is pleased to announce that 150 doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine were efficiently, safely and successfully administered to members of our community on March 25th, 2021. The MFHT, in collaboration with the North of Superior Healthcare Group and the Peninsula Manor, managed to offer first…
Healthy eating doesn’t have to be boring. This Nutrition Month, dietitians are encouraging you to find a way to eat well that suits you. Explore the many ways to make nutritious meals, being mindful that healthy eating should include foods you enjoy and keeping in mind that dietitians can help if you need assistance. Marathon’s…
March 16, 2021 – The Marathon Family Health Team (MFHT) and the North of Superior Healthcare (NOSH) group are reporting one (1) new positive case of COVID-19 in Marathon. The individual who tested positive is a Chronic Care resident at the Wilson Memorial General Hospital. Currently, there are three (3) individuals that have been affected…
Below is an update from the Marathon Family Health Team (MFHT) regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and our local vaccine rollout plan. Upcoming COVID-19 immunization clinics and vaccine prioritization It has been confirmed! The MFHT will be offering COVID-19 immunization clinics on March 25th, April 1st and April 8th. These clinics will allow us to target…
March 13, 2021 – The Marathon Family Health Team and the North of Superior Healthcare Group (NOSH) are reporting that an outbreak has been declared in the Chronic Care unit at the Wilson Memorial General Hospital in Marathon. A COVID-19 outbreak is declared in a hospital setting when two confirmed positive cases are connected. Earlier…
March 11, 2021 – The Marathon Family Health Team and the North of Superior Healthcare Group are reporting 3 new 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 home to prevent further spread…