International Women’s Day, observed annually on March 8, is a day of celebration, reflection, advocacy and change. In healthcare, this means addressing the unique challenges women face, from disparities in medical research and access to care to the systemic barriers that impact their well-being. Women’s health isn’t just a women’s issue, it’s a societal one, […]
Collaborative Effort of Central West OHT, WellFort Community Health Services and Rexdale CHC Improves Health Equity and Access The teams behind the collaborative Cervical Screening Model have been honoured with the prestigious Quality and Innovation Award from the Cancer Quality Council of Ontario (CQCO). This recognition celebrates our commitment to advancing health equity and improving […]
Family and intimate partner violence – It happens mostly to women, and it threatens their basic right to live free of violence. Intimate partner violence is any pattern of behaviour that’s used to gain or maintain power and control over an intimate partner. It includes all physical, sexual, emotional, economic, and psychological actions or threats […]
Unsure where to go for care in the community, depending on your need? This handy guide created by William Osler Health System and the Central West Ontario Health Team provides an overview of when to visit a Family Doctor, Nurse Practitioner, or Walk-In Clinic, when to visit Virtual Urgent Care, an Urgent Care Centre, or […]
This week marks National Addictions Awareness Week, a time to bring attention to the complex challenges of addiction and to highlight the importance of prevention, treatment, and recovery. Addiction is a struggle faced by many individuals and families, affecting physical, mental, and emotional well-being. By fostering open conversations and reducing the stigma, we create pathways […]
Did you know that 8 million people in Canada live with pain? National Pain Awareness Week marks a time to raise awareness of chronic pain and its impacts. Chronic pain is common in many conditions, ranging from cancer to arthritis, as well as many invisible or undiagnosed illnesses. Many illnesses causing chronic pain are not […]
Peel Public Health recommends layers of protection for respiratory illness season As the weather gets colder and people move indoors, the risk of catching viruses like the flu, COVID-19 or respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) increases. No single measure on its own is 100% effective at preventing the spread of respiratory infections but practicing them all […]
Acknowledging World Mental Health Day October 11th marks World Mental Health Day. This day serves as a vital reminder of the importance of mental health in our everyday lives. It provides an opportunity to raise awareness, break the stigma surrounding mental health concerns and advocate for better mental health care worldwide. As mental health challenges […]
Dr. Tyagi’s Five Tips for Flu Prevention Read the below post from one of our valued partners, William Osler Health System, to stay prepared this cold and flu season. Dr. Gaurav Tyagi, MD, ABEM, is William Osler Health System’s (Osler) Site Chief of Emergency at Etobicoke General Hospital. Dr. Tyagi completed medical school at Wayne […]
The Ontario government is building a connected health care system centered around patients, families and caregivers, called Ontario Health Teams (OHT). OHTs organize and deliver services in local communities. They provide people with better connected, integrated and more convenient care. The goal is to ensure that everyone in Ontario can benefit from better coordinated, more […]
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