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2025

April

  • April 7 - Reducing Household Food Waste: Planning, Shopping & Storage (doc | pdf)
  • April 14 - Building Your Emergency Food Kit (doc | pdf)
  • April 21 - Organ & Tissue Donation Awareness Month (doc | pdf)
  • April 28 - Nutrition to Help Manage Blood Pressure (doc | pdf)

March

  • March 3 - Colorectal Cancer Screening Saves Lives (doc | pdf)
  • March 10 - Overcoming the Barriers of Fruit & Vegetable Intake (doc | pdf)
  • March 17 - Promoting Mental Health in Children (doc | pdf)
  • March 24 - What are Imaging Tests? (doc | pdf)
  • March 31 - Evaluating Online Health Information (doc | pdf)

February

  • February 3 - Recognizing Eating Disorders (doc | pdf)
  • February 10 - Tips on Quitting Smoking for Good (doc | pdf)
  • February 17 - Children and the Common Cold (doc | pdf)
  • February 24 - Can Physiotherapy Help You? (doc | pdf)

January

  • January 3 - Getting active in the new year (doc | pdf)
  • January 10 - Preventing cervical cancer (doc | pdf)
  • January 17 - January is Alzheimer*s awareness month (doc | pdf)
  • January 24 - Getting your gut on track (doc | pdf)
  • January 31 - Understanding prediabetes (doc | pdf)

2024

December

  • December 2 - Depression and the holidays (doc | pdf)
  • December 9 - Winter sun safety: protecting yourself year-round (doc | pdf)
  • December 16 - Preventing slips, trips and falls during the winter months (doc | pdf)
  • December 23 - Learning about polycystic ovary (doc | pdf)

November

  • November 4 - Protecting your bones for a healthier future (doc | pdf)
  • November 11 - Managing and preventing kidney stones (doc | pdf)
  • November 18 - Watching for head lice (doc | pdf)
  • November. 25 - Learning about palliative and end-of-life care (doc | pdf)

October

  • October 7 每 Breast cancer awareness and screening (doc | pdf)
  • October 14 每 Helping your child manage stress (doc | pdf)
  • October 21 每 Fat in the liver: what does it mean and how to address it? (doc | pdf)
  • October 28 每 Preventing tooth decay in children (doc | pdf)

September

  • September 2 每 Back to school: healthy eating for post-secondary students (doc | pdf)
  • September 9 每 Back to school: safety first! (doc | pdf)
  • September 16 每 Tips for healthier relationship with news and social media (doc | pdf)
  • September 23 每 Protect your knees: top strategies for preventing knee Injuries (doc | pdf)
  • September 30 每 Making lifestyle changes after a health scare (doc | pdf)

August

  • August 5 每 Staying hydrated in the summer (doc | pdf)
  • August 12 每 All about low blood pressure (doc | pdf)
  • August 19 每 Vending machines and healthy food choices (doc | pdf)
  • August 26 每 Preparing your school-age child for surgery (doc | pdf)

July

  • July 1 每 Sun safety for everyone (doc | pdf)
  • July 8 每 Staying active in hot weather (doc | pdf)
  • July 15 每 Working teens and setting priorities (doc | pdf)
  • July 22 每 Sport and recreation safety (doc | pdf)
  • July 29 每 Summer food safety: don*t leave home without it! (doc | pdf)

June

  • June 3 每 Celebrate, elevate, and enjoy nutrition for older adults (doc | pdf)
  • June 10 每 Sleep and headaches (doc | pdf)
  • June 17 每 Stroke prevention and you (doc | pdf)
  • June 24 每 Bike safety for everyone (doc | pdf)

May

  • May 6 - Managing seasonal allergies (doc | pdf)
  • May 13 - Understanding and managing inflammatory bowel disease (doc | pdf)
  • May 20 - Hydration and you (doc | pdf)
  • May 27 - Encouraging physical activity in children (doc | pdf)

April

  • April 1 - Keys to good oral health (doc | pdf)
  • April 8 - Dietitians: essential partners in health (doc | pdf)
  • April 15 - Recognizing and managing fatigue (doc | pdf)
  • April 22 - Ergonomics and you (doc | pdf)
  • April 29 - Building language skills in toddlers (doc | pdf)

March

  • March 4 -Pelvic floor health for new moms(doc | pdf)
  • March 11 - Alcohol in moderation (doc | pdf)
  • March 18 - Understanding tuberculosis (doc | pdf)
  • March 25 - Screening tests for better health (doc | pdf)

February

  • February 5 -Understanding eating disorders (doc | pdf)
  • February 12 -Get moving! Winter health and fitness week (doc | pdf)
  • February 19 -Checking in with anxiety (doc | pdf)
  • February 26 -Making the most of your doctor*s appointment (doc | pdf)

January

  • January 1 - Ringing in the new year with a healthy relationship with food (doc | pdf)
  • January 8 - New year: better choices, better health (doc | pdf)
  • January 15 - Fitting in physical activity during the day (doc | pdf)
  • January 22 - Winter walking tips (doc | pdf)
  • January 29 - Stay healthy while travelling this winter (doc | pdf)

2023

December

  • December 4 - Sleep hygiene: what is it and why do you need it? (doc | pdf)
  • December 11 - The importance of healthy snacking (doc | pdf)
  • December 18 - Preventing cumulative stress (doc | pdf)
  • December 25 - Immunization and the holidays (doc | pdf)

November

  • November 6 - National diabetes awareness month (doc | pdf)
  • November 13 - What is influenza? (doc | pdf)
  • November 20 - Winter car seat safety (doc | pdf)
  • November 27 - Cold weather preparations (doc | pdf)

October

  • October 2 - Why breast cancer screening matters 每 and how to get screened (doc | pdf)
  • October 9 - What is dyslexia? (doc | pdf)
  • October 16 - Stay safe for tricks and treats this Halloween (doc | pdf)
  • October 23 - Protecting yourself and your family from illness (doc | pdf)
  • October 30 - Getting help with substance use (doc | pdf)

September

  • September 4 - World suicide prevention day (doc | pdf)
  • September 11 - Newborn screening awareness (doc | pdf)
  • September 18 - Fuelling young athletes (doc | pdf)
  • September 25 - Stay active and safe while heading back to school (doc | pdf)

August

  • August 7 每 Choosing the best plant-based beverages (doc | pdf)
  • August 14 每 Enjoy water activities safely this summer (doc | pdf)
  • August 21 每 What is prostate cancer? (doc | pdf)
  • August 28 每 Spending time in the sun (doc | pdf)

July

  • July 3 每 Stay away from cyanobacteria (blue-green algae) (doc | pdf)
  • July 10 每 Dementia advice line connects 鎊飪茬賒ns to care (doc | pdf)
  • July 17 每 Tips on cutting down your tobacco use (doc | pdf)
  • July 24 每 Preventing foodborne illness (doc | pdf)
  • July 31 每 How to follow a recipe (doc | pdf)

June

  • June 5 每 Staying healthy as we age (doc | pdf)
  • June 12 每 Wildfire smoke and your health (doc | pdf)
  • June 19 每 Prevent the risk of strokes (doc | pdf)
  • June 26 每 Eating and dementia (doc | pdf)

May

  • May 1 每 Organ donation saves lives (doc | pdf)
  • May 8 每 Are you struggling with gambling (doc | pdf)
  • May 15 每 Staying healthy when you travel (doc | pdf)
  • May 22 每 Call for help with child development questions (doc | pdf)
  • May 29 每 Eat to lower your risk of diabetes (doc | pdf)

April

  • April 3 每 Limit sugar for a sweet smile (doc | pdf)
  • April 10 每 Cooking basics for beginners (doc | pdf)
  • April 17 每 Know the signs of testicular cancer (doc | pdf)
  • April 24 每 Have your own reasons for healthier eating (doc | pdf)

March

  • March 6 - Preventing cervical cancer (doc | pdf)
  • March 13 每 Do you know the signs of a stroke? (doc | pdf)
  • March 20 每 Load up on legumes for lunch (doc | pdf)
  • March 27 每 Why calcium matters (doc | pdf)

February

  • February 6 每 Keep your heart healthy by walking (doc | pdf)
  • February 13 每 Reducing the salt in your diet (doc | pdf)
  • February 20 每 Dealing with a cough (doc | pdf)
  • February 27 每 Programs and services to help you quit smoking (doc | pdf)

January

  • January 2 每 What is bronchiolitis? (doc | pdf)
  • January 9 每 Free, online workshops available to 鎊飪茬賒ns (doc | pdf)
  • January 16 每 Encouraging kids to help in the kitchen (doc | pdf)
  • January 23 每 What is depression in children & teens? (doc | pdf)
  • January 30 每 Seek help for sexually transmitted infections (doc | pdf)

2022

December

  • December 5 - Swallowing button batteries is dangerous (doc | pdf)
  • December 5 - Share your thoughts about childhood immunizations (doc | pdf)
  • December 12 - Tips on reducing the salt in your diet (doc| pdf)
  • December 19 - Keep your family safe from food-borne illness (doc | pdf)
  • December 26 - Encourage kids to drive safely (doc | pdf)

November

  • November 7 每 Protect yourself and your community against influenza this season (doc | pdf)
  • November 14 每 Eating healthy in winter and on a budget (doc | pdf)
  • November 21 每 Overcaffeinated? (doc | pdf)
  • November 28 每 Why is sleep so important for kids? (doc | pdf)

October

  • October 3 每 Reach out if you need help (doc | pdf)
  • October 10 每 Teach children about fire safety (doc | pdf)
  • October 17 每 What is monkeypox? (doc | pdf)
  • October 24 每 Screen time: Finding a balance (doc | pdf)
  • October 31 每 Orange vegetables are healthy, delicious (doc | pdf)

September

  • September 5 每 World suicide prevention day (doc | pdf)
  • September 12 每 Carrying backpacks safely (doc | pdf)
  • September 19 每 Learn more about newborn screening in 鎊飪茬賒 (doc | pdf)
  • September 26 每 New info to be added to food labels (doc | pdf)

August

  • August 1 每 Learn more about shingles (doc | pdf)
  • August 8 每 Ouch! Tips on taking care of sunburned skin this summer (doc | pdf)
  • August 15 每 You have a newborn! Tips on taking care of your baby*s skin (doc | pdf)
  • August 22 每 How to navigate your toddler*s tantrums (doc | pdf)
  • August 29 每 No microwave? No problem. Tips on making healthy school lunches (doc | pdf)

July

  • July 4 每 Simple precautions reduce West Nile virus risk (doc | pdf)
  • ?July 11 每 Remember sun and water safety this summer (doc | pdf)
  • July 18 每 Remember safe food storage and safe drinking water this summer (doc | pdf)
  • July 25 每 Beat the heat by staying hydrated this summer (doc | pdf)

June

  • June 6 每 What is a stroke? (doc | pdf)
  • June 13 每 Reducing food waste (doc | pdf)
  • June 20 每 Preventing falls from windows & balconies (doc | pdf)
  • June 27 每 Choosing the correct car seat for your child (doc | pdf)

May

  • May 2 - Watch for signs of skin cancer (doc | pdf)
  • May 9 - What is heart failure? (doc | pdf)
  • May 16 - Help your child develop empathy (doc | pdf)
  • May 23 - Parenting twins or triplets (doc | pdf)
  • May 30 - Adding plant-based proteins to your meals (doc | pdf)

April

  • April 4 - Reducing cancer risk with nutrition (doc | pdf)
  • April 11 - Managing stress through meditation (doc | pdf)
  • April 18 - Why protein is important to eat (doc | pdf)
  • April 25 - Getting help for varicose veins (doc | pdf)

March

  • March 7 - What is glaucoma? (doc | pdf)
  • March 14 - Colorectal cancer screening saves lives (doc | pdf)
  • March 21 - Eat healthy for less (doc | pdf)
  • March 28 - Help your toddler learn language (doc | pdf)

February

  • February 7 - Take care of your heart with better nutrition (doc | pdf)
  • February 14 - COVID-19 self-care at home (doc | pdf)
  • February 21 - Signs of stress in youth and how to help (doc | pdf)
  • February 28 - Sit your way to a healthy back (doc | pdf)

January

  • January 3 - New year, new approach to healthy eating (doc | pdf)
  • January 10 - January is cervical health awareness month (doc | pdf)
  • January 17 - What is snoring? (doc | pdf)
  • January 24 - Unleash creativity and learning in the kitchen (doc | pdf)
  • January 31 - Know the risks involved in vaping (doc | pdf)

2021

December

  • December 6 - Get fully protected: Influenza immunization in your community (doc | pdf)
  • December 13 - Honouring loss during the holidays (doc | pdf)
  • December 20 - Simple connections can reduce loneliness and isolation (doc | pdf)
  • December 27 - Talking with your kids about alcohol (doc | pdf)

November

  • November 1 - How to help your bones stay healthy (doc | pdf)
  • November 8 - Living with osteoarthritis (doc | pdf)
  • November 15 - Creating awareness around addiction (doc | pdf)
  • November 22 - Ivermectin & COVID-19 (doc | pdf)
  • November 29 - Male fertility & the COVID-19 vaccine (doc | pdf)

October

  • October 4 - There is no health without mental health (doc | pdf)
  • October 11 - COVID-19 vaccine and pregnancy (doc | pdf)
  • October 18 - Symptoms or not, get protected, get tested for syphilis (doc | pdf)
  • October 25 - Taking smart risks (doc | pdf)

September

  • September 6 每 Newborn Screening Awareness (doc | pdf)
  • September 13 每 What to Know about Ovarian Cancer (doc | pdf)
  • September 20 每 Coping with Stress (doc | pdf)
  • September 27 每 Rural and remote communities benefit from Screen Test Mobile Mammography Clinic (doc | pdf)

August

  • August 2 每 Stay Safe in the Heat this Summer (doc | pdf)
  • August 9 每 What is Blue-Green Algae and why Does it Matter? (doc | pdf)
  • August 16 每 Choose the Right Backpack (doc | pdf)
  • August 23 每 Healthy Workday Lunches (doc | pdf)
  • August 30 每 Start Your Day with a Healthy Breakfast (doc | pdf)

July

  • July 5 每 Stay safe in the sun this summer (doc | pdf)
  • July 12 每 How to stay safe on the water this summer (doc | pdf)
  • July 19 每 The mental health benefits of spending time outdoors (doc | pdf)
  • July 26 每 What you need to know about edible cannabis (doc | pdf)

June

  • June 7 - Get active this summer (doc | pdf)
  • June 9 - Why get vaccinated (doc | pdf)
  • June 14 - Returning to work or school (doc | pdf)
  • June 21 - Are you facing bullying or stigma after Covid-19? (doc | pdf)
  • June 28 - Help is available for 鎊飪茬賒ns with long Covid (doc | pdf)

May

  • May 3 - Your mental health matters (doc | pdf)
  • May 10 - Learning more about pulmonary hypertension (doc | pdf)
  • May 17 - How to build resilience (doc | pdf)
  • May 24 -Breast density and screening mammograms (doc | pdf)
  • May 31 - Postpartum mental health (doc | pdf)

April

  • April 5 - Help for a common skin disease (doc | pdf)
  • April 12 -Tips to ensure a stress-free lab services appointment (doc | pdf)
  • April 19 - Update your immunizations (doc | pdf)
  • April 26 -Taking care of your teeth (doc | pdf)

March

  • March 1 - Improving your sleep (doc | pdf)
  • March 8 - Learn the symptoms for glaucoma (doc | pdf)
  • March 15 - Take care of your brain (doc | pdf)
  • March 22 - Keep on top of your child*s immunization schedule (doc | pdf)
  • March 29 - Stay safe on the ice this spring (doc | pdf)

February

  • February 1 - Moving past an eating disorder (doc | pdf)
  • February 8 - Moving toward a heart-healthy life (doc | pdf)
  • February 15 - Get outside 每 safely 每 this winter (doc | pdf)
  • February 22 - Explore the Mediterranean Diet for healthy living (doc | pdf)

January

  • January 4 - Recovering from Covid-19 (doc | pdf)
  • January 11 - Cervical cancer screening (doc | pdf)
  • January 18 - Using cannabis safely (doc | pdf)
  • January 25 - Relief for back pain (doc | pdf)

2020

December

  • December 7 - What is seasonal affective disorder (SAD)? (doc | pdf)
  • December 14 - Stay safe on ice this winter (doc | pdf)
  • December 21 - Help managing anxiety after loss (doc | pdf)
  • December 28 - Know your limits when it comes to alcohol (doc | pdf)

November

  • November 2 每 Coping with Covid-19 (doc | pdf)
  • November 9 每 Take steps to help prevent falls (doc | pdf)
  • November 16 每 Seek help for the Baby Blues (doc | pdf)
  • November 23 每 What is resilience? (doc | pdf)
  • November 30 每 Mental Health in the workplace (doc | pdf)

October

  • October 5 - October is breast cancer awareness month (doc | pdf)
  • October 12 每 What is autism spectrum disorder? (doc | pdf)
  • October 19 每 Healthy tips for raising children (doc | pdf)
  • October 26 每 Tips for treating psoriasis (doc | pdf)

September

  • September 1 每 Talking with your children about COVID-19 (doc | pdf)
  • September 7 每 The warning signs of suicide (doc | pdf)
  • September 14 每 What is osteoarthritis (doc | pdf)
  • September 21 每 Learn more about acne (doc | pdf)
  • September 28 每 What is prostate cancer (doc | pdf)

August

  • August 10 每 How to buy or make a mask (doc | pdf)
  • August 17 每 Backyard safety for children (doc | pdf)
  • August 24 每 How to care for someone with COVID-19 at home (doc | pdf)
  • August 31 每 Physical activity improves health at any age (doc | pdf)

July

  • July 6 - Finding a new normal (doc | pdf)
  • July 13 - Cancer and fatigue (doc | pdf)
  • July 20 每 Do you get heartburn (doc | pdf)
  • July 27 每 The importance of reading to your child (doc | pdf)

March

  • March 2 每 Diagnosis, treatment of a common eye disease (doc | pdf)
  • March 9 每 Easy ways to eat more fruit and vegetables (doc | pdf)
  • March 16 每 Being grateful promotes happiness, a positive outlook (doc | pdf)
  • March 23 每 Share kindness to boost your happiness (doc | pdf)

February

  • February 3 每 Start a smoke-free and vape-free life (doc | pdf)
  • February 10 每 Eat healthy for your heart (doc | pdf)
  • February 17 每 How to recognize and deal with anxiety (doc | pdf)
  • February 24 每 Cannabis edibles aren*t risk free (doc | pdf)

January

  • January 6 每 Making positive steps toward your health goals (doc | pdf)
  • January 13 每 Swallowing button batteries is dangerous (doc | pdf)
  • January 20 每 Advance care planning helps you document your healthcare wishes (doc | pdf)
  • January 27 每 Supporting a friend with mental health issues (doc | pdf)

2019

December

  • December 2 每 How to stay involved in your child*s education (doc | pdf)
  • December 9 每 Coping with grief during the holiday season (doc | pdf)
  • December 16 每 Spread joy, not germs: stay healthy this holiday season (doc | pdf)
  • December 23 每 Tips to stay stress-free during the holiday season (doc | pdf)
  • December 30 每 Know your limits this holiday season (doc | pdf)

November

  • November 4 每 Soothe a crying baby (doc | pdf)
  • November 11 每 November is fall prevention month (doc | pdf)
  • November 18 每 Healthy Holiday Eating (doc | pdf)
  • November 25 每 Helping your child deal with aggression (doc | pdf)

October

  • October 1 每 National Seniors Day (doc | pdf)
  • October 7 每 Fire Prevention Week (doc | pdf)
  • October 14 每 Breast Cancer Screening (doc | pdf)
  • October 21 每 Keep your kids safe at Halloween (doc | pdf)
  • October 28 每 Healthy Drinks during the Holiday Season (doc | pdf)

September

  • September 3 每 Alzheimer*s awareness month (doc | pdf)
  • September 9 每 September is prostate cancer awareness month (doc | pdf)
  • September 16 每 Healthy ideas for back-to-school snacks (doc | pdf)
  • September 23 每 Look for ways to lower your stress (doc | pdf)
  • September 30 每 Tips on avoiding peanuts and tree nuts (doc | pdf)

August

  • August 6 每 Enjoy a meatless meal (doc | pdf)
  • August 12 每 Healthy celebrations for young children (doc | pdf)
  • August 19 每 Healthy ideas for back-to-school snacks (doc | pdf)
  • August 26 每 Try trendy, healthy food in a bowl (doc | pdf)

July

  • July 2 每 Online continuing care directory now live! (doc | pdf)
  • July 8 每 Immunization protects against illness (doc | pdf)
  • July 15 每 Preventing hepatitis B (doc | pdf)
  • July 22 每 Eating healthy during barbecue season (doc | pdf)
  • July 29 每 Are you vaping, or do you know someone that is? (doc | pdf)