Protect yourself and others against the flu
Flu season will soon be upon us. The Marathon Family Health Team is urging community members to prepare for this…
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Celebrating Halloween Safely
COVID-19 Communication, COVID-19 Information
Although COVID-19 has disrupted many of our traditional celebrations over the past few months, our communities have embraced the ‘new…
More informationLunchtime Diabetes Support Sessions this Fall
Health Promotion Blog, Uncategorised, Uncategorized
Many of us understand that managing diabetes can lower the risk of long-term complications such as heart attacks, strokes and…
More informationMental Illness Awareness Week
Health Promotion Blog, Mental Health
Mental Illness Awareness Week (MIAW), celebrated each year in October, is an annual national public health education campaign that is…
More informationNew COVID-19 Screening Tool for Children in School and Child Care: What you Need to Know
COVID-19 Communication, COVID-19 Information
On October 1st, 2020, the Ministry of Health updated their COVID-19 testing guidelines for school-aged children and youth. Below you…
More informationA safe return to school in the time of COVID-19
COVID-19 Communication, COVID-19 Information
Over the last few weeks, educational institutions have been working hard to plan a safe return to school. The school…
More informationPreparing your child for their immunization
Health Promotion Blog, Other
Before the immunization Vaccine injections can be a source of distress for children and parents. With some preparation and kid-friendly…
More information#UseHeart to beat cardiovascular disease
Chronic Disease Prevention, Health Promotion Blog
Starting September 29th, celebrate World Heart Day by using heart to beat cardiovascular disease. “Using heart” is about understanding what…
More informationMFHT’s back-to-school health tips
Chronic Disease Prevention, Health Promotion Blog, Other
Children and youth need the right balance throughout their day to help them learn, grow and develop. This includes getting…
More informationBack to School – Planning Lunches and Snacks to Kickstart Learning
Health Promotion Blog, Nutrition
Kids are at school shaping their future for most of the week. What they eat affects everything from their health…
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