The Chatham-Kent Breastfeeding Coalition is made up of a network of organizations and community members. We work together to make sure that families receive up-to-date breastfeeding information in a way that makes sense for them. You can access accurate information early in your pregnancy at the Building Healthy Babies programs in Chatham, Wallaceburg, Blenheim and Tilbury. This program meets at … Read More
Breastfeeding: Your first step toward health and well-being!
Did you know breastfeeding is an affordable to protect a mother’s health? Breastfeeding is one of two health behaviours that is linked with a decreased risk of breast cancer for all women whether there is a family history or not. Exercise is the other. In fact, there is up to a 28% decrease in risk of developing breast cancer for … Read More
The challenges of quitting smoking
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kVbVuNcR4pU If you’re trying to quit smoking it’s normal not to succeed on your first attempt. Did you know that more than half of current smokers intend to quit within the next six months and take an average of 30 attempts to successfully quit smoking? Unfortunately only 4-7% of the time, unassisted quit attempts are successful. The challenges of overcoming … Read More
Tap Water Vs Bottled Water
In 2013, Canadians drank 2.4 billiion litres of bottled water! 1 Bottled water has become a popular choice because it is healthy, calorie-free, and convenient! However, there has been much controversy over whether bottled water is better and safer than tap water. Let’s take a closer look at the facts… Your wallet Bottled Water: Can cost Canadians anywhere from $0.08 … Read More
Seven Steps to Workplace Wellness
Implementing workplace wellness programs at a glance! Click on image below to open flyer!
Smoking in multi-unit housing
Imagine being excited to move into a new apartment and finally getting settled in only to realize that your new home has drifting second-hand smoke entering from a neighbor? What would you do? How would you feel? What if you had health challenges that got worse from this type of exposure on a frequent basis? Unfortunately, this type of living arrangement can … Read More
Breathe Easy this Summer
Did you know? Since January 1, 2015, it is illegal to smoke on all restaurant and bar patios, whether covered or not. Did you know? The Smoke-Free Ontario Act prohibits smoking tobacco in all enclosed workplaces and enclosed public places, as well as other designated places in Ontario, to protect workers and the public from the hazards of second-hand smoke. Did … Read More
Indoor Tanning
UV tanning beds have been placed into the highest cancer risk category, “carcinogenic to humans,” thereby ranking them equal to well-known carcinogens like asbestos and tobacco. The good news is, indoor tanning is an entirely preventable risk factor for skin cancer. The bad news is, young people are still doing it anyways. Skin Cancer Prevention Act – Effective May 1, … Read More
West Nile Virus
It is important to remain vigilant while mosquitoes are still active. Certain mosquitoes can be infected with the West Nile Virus. A bite from an infected mosquito can transmit the virus to people. West Nile Virus can cause symptoms like, fever, muscle weakness, stiff neck, confusion, severe headache or sudden sensitivity to light. If you suffer from any of these … Read More
Swim Safe This Summer
On a hot summer day, there’s nothing quite quite like a dip in the pool. But before you dive right in, there are a few things to keep in mind. Accidents happen quickly, so let’s talk a bit about safety. Kids are most at risk for drowning so there’s absolutely no substitute for constant adult supervision. You must have swimmers … Read More
Aim for 8 – Fruit and Vegetable Vouchers 2016
Once again the Chatham-Kent Public Health Unit (CKPHU) is launching its Aim for 8 Campaign encourage people in Chatham-Kent to eat more fruits and vegetables. As part of Aim for 8, CKPHU has partnered with farmers’ markets, local vendors and grocery stores to offer the Fruit and Vegetable Voucher Program. This program is a great way to try new fruits … Read More
SCREEN ME
New this year! Municipal camp leaders are working hard practicing sun safety with campers in order to become certified sun aware camps! Click on the link to learn more about the program as well as ways to be safe in the sun! http://www.screenme.ca/