Category: Information

Pink Shirt Day

Posted by on February 22, 2023 in child and youth, Information, Mental Health

Bullying is a serious issue affecting the Canadian society. If you know a child is being bullied, one thing you can do is being open to listening if they need […]

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Heart Health

Posted by on February 16, 2023 in Cardiovascular, Health Education, Information

Heart disease affects approximately 2.4 million Canadian adults and is the second leading cause of death in Canada. It is possible to reduce the risk of heart disease by making […]

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Diabetes and you

Posted by on February 15, 2023 in Diabetes, Health Education, Information

Diabetes can be a scary diagnosis – fortunately, PCN educators and resources can help.   Primary Care Networks across Alberta offer free, online and in-person workshops to help you understand […]

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Sexual Health

Let’s talk about sex! Sexual health is an essential but often taboo topic. 🤫   It doesn’t stop at prevention from infection or illness. Taking care of our sexual and […]

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Wear Red Canada Day

Today is #WearRedCanada Day, a day that emphasizes and raises awareness for women’s heart and vascular health. ❤ Cardiovascular diseases affect one out of every three women worldwide, yet women […]

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Feeling Sick?

Posted by on February 10, 2023 in COVID-19, Health Education, Information

When you’re not feeling well, what steps should you take to feel better?   First, recognize your symptoms. The common cold, flu and COVID-19 can present similar characteristics, including fever […]

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Eating Disorder Week

Posted by on February 7, 2023 in Addiction, Health Education, Information, Nutrition

It’s Eating Disorders Awareness Week in Canada.   Based on Statistics Canada population data, approximately 1 million Canadians meet the diagnostic criteria for an eating disorder.   Eating disorders are […]

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Updated Alcohol Guidelines

#DryJanuary may be over, but Canada’s new alcohol guidelines might prompt you to rethink the way you drink.   The Canadian Centre on Substance Abuse and Addiction (CCSA) has drastically […]

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Free Health Education Classes – Leduc Representative Article

Posted by on February 3, 2023 in Health Education, Information

Primary Care Network offering free patient education | Leduc Representative The Edmonton Zone Primary Care Networks (PCN) are happy to offer free patient education classes and workshops to anyone who […]

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World Cancer Day

Posted by on February 3, 2023 in Cancer, Health Education, Information

Tomorrow is #WorldCancerDay.   Getting screened for #cancer regularly is the best way to find it early — before you have any symptoms and when treatment is likely to work […]

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