1 in 3 Seniors Are at Risk of Malnutrition – What You Can Do Decrease Your Risk
It is important to nourish your body with the food you eat, especially as you age. Good nutrition gives you…
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The COVID-19 pandemic: Why all the fuss?
COVID-19 Communication, COVID-19 Information
The most recent COVID-19 projections show that about 16,000 Canadians could die from COVID-19 by the end of 2020. Since…
More informationMarathon High School offers mental health services to their students
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More information Protect yourself and others against the flu
COVID-19 Communication, Health Promotion Blog, Other
Flu season will soon be upon us. The Marathon Family Health Team is urging community members to prepare for this…
More informationCelebrating 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…
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