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…
Given the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) around the world, and more recently in the Thunder Bay and District, there is a great likelihood that a positive case of COVID-19 will be confirmed in Marathon, Biigtigong Nishnaabeg, or Pic Mobert in the coming days or weeks. Marathon Family Health Team (MFHT) and Wilson…
Physical/social distancing involves avoiding public places as much as possible. Here are some tips to make the most out of your trip to the grocery store, to avoid going back often. If this is a lot different than your normal, try buying one week’s worth of food instead. This would be done by halving recommendations,…
Registered Dietitian, Michelle Stevens, talks about food safety advice with Covid-19. While there is no evidence that Covid-19 can be transmitted by eating contaminated foods, there is a small risk for it to be spread by contact with contaminated objects. Hand washing is important: • After grocery shopping• After putting your groceries away• Before making…
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Marathon Family Health Team (MFHT) opened a COVID-19 Assessment Centre on April 1, 2020. The Assessment Centre is where community members will be required to go if they need to be assessed by a healthcare provider and tested for COVID-19. The COVID-19 Assessment Centre is located below the Marathon…
Although physical distancing and self-isolation are necessary to protect yourself and others at this time, they are not easy to do. They both require less face-to-face connections, more time alone, changes in routines, and a new reality. Marathon Family Health Team and North of Superior Healthcare Group want help keep you feeling safe and healthy.…
Take a look at MFHT’s guide to health and wellbeing while staying at home. It includes many resources to help you take care of your mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual health. It’s important to support your own wellbeing and overall health so that you are in a strong and stable position to help others do…
Physical distancing and self-isolation are very important in order to protect yourselves and others from COVID-19. What are they, and which should you be doing?
First, the person who has returned home from traveling must self-isolate (stay home and not have any contact with others) for a minimum of 14 days. This person should also be doing the following: Staying in a separate room and avoiding contact with others at all times; Using a separate bathroom (if possible); Wearing a…
