Sauble Family Health Team
672 Unit B N0H 2T0 South Bruce Peninsula, ON, Canada

Ontario's publicly funded, routine immunization program has expanded. Effective April, 2022, pregnant individuals can receive - during each pregnancy - one dose... of the tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccine. The program expansion aligns with the National Advisory Committee on Immunization’s (NACI) recommendation that all pregnant individuals be offered the Tdap vaccine, regardless of their Tdap immunization history, to help protect themselves and their newborns against pertussis (whooping cough).

All month long Public Health is promoting the Canadian Dermatology Association’s month-long sun awareness campaign, part of National Sun Awareness Month. The ca...mpaign informs Canadians about the importance of self skin examinations and the simple steps that can be taken to protect themselves and their families from the sun's harmful ultraviolet radiation exposure. For daily sun awareness content, visit the campaign website http://ow.ly/L0CL50J5woa.

DASH diet.Proven to be an effective approach for high blood pressure concerns, and more! https://www.heartandstroke.ca//The-many-benefits-of-the-DA

Happy National Nursing Week! Thank you to Brenda, Keri and Nikki for all you do!

Keep you and your family healthy by taking care of your heart and lungs. Being physically active, eating healthier, limiting alcohol, not smoking, and reducing ...your stress are all ways you can help prevent high blood pressure. This World Pulmonary Hypertension Day, learn more about how you can reduce your and your family’s risk of heart disease : http://ow.ly/oNlA50IXevf

Walk With A Doc Sauble Christmas Edition

As of December 26th at 12:01 a.m. the Grey Bruce region along with the rest of the Province will enter a Shutdown Phase. We will share more information as legislation is updated. For an overview of the restrictions visit: https://bit.ly/3rhIPvJ

211 is a helpline for information on and referrals to community, social, health and government services in Ontario. Just dial 2-1-1, the 3-digit phone num...ber to reach our Community Navigators. We refer you to the supports or resources that exist to help you navigate some of life’s challenges or changes in circumstances that have thrown you off track. The 211 helpline is answered 24/7 and available all across Ontario. Call 2-1-1 Email [email protected] Chat online at www.211ontario.ca Search for services on our website at above link.

With the authorization of a COVID-19 vaccine in Canada, Canadians may be wondering: - What are the steps to follow to develop a vaccine? - What is a clinical ...trial? - What needs to be assessed? All vaccines in Canada must follow a well-established process to ensure their safety, efficacy and quality. In order to be authorized, vaccines must go through a rigorous review process demonstrating that the benefits outweigh the risks. Get information on the vaccine development and approval process in Canada at: http://ow.ly/5rhg50CH6Zo ** Infographic: accessible version at the link

Travel between provinces is not recommended at this time. Be mindful that COVID-19 is still with us and that different areas of the country have different leve...ls of the virus in the community. The safest option is to stay in the area of your home community. If you must travel to other provinces or territories, it is advised that you self-quarantine, or drastically reduce close contact with others 10-14 days before travelling and after returning home. See our Travel Guidance for more information: https://bit.ly/2UZk5t4

Osteoporosis is a bone disease where bone loss occurs more rapidly than normal causing bones to become very thin and weak over time. Less than 20% of the people... who have a fracture receive an osteoporosis diagnosis, bone mineral density test, or an osteoporosis medication prescription within the following year. Learn more about what you can do to keep your bones healthy and prevent osteoporosis here: http://ow.ly/3n8r50CD5Xf

Online Workshop for CHRONIC PAIN through the South West Self Management Program. Click the link for more info on how to register: https://www.swselfmanagement.ca/Cons/upcomingWorkshops.aspx

Calling all Sauble Family Health Team Patients! Join us on Tuesday mornings at 8 a.m. for a 3k Walk With A Doc. We will be following Covid protocol. Call 519-422-1321 to reserve your spot as spots are limited. For more information visit https://walkwithadoc.org/joi/locations/sauble-beach-ontario

What is the best thing we can do for our health??? See the Heart and Stroke video below on what physical activity can do for you.

Do what you enjoy!