You’ve heard the word booster get talked about a lot lately and are probably wondering what it all means. You got vaccinated, so why are you being asked to go get another dose? What is a booster dose exactly, and why should you be getting one? What is a COVID-19 booster dose and why do I need it? Over time … Read More
Facing Omicron: What’s Changed, What’s the Same and What Do I Need to Do Now?
Omicron is here and it is spreading fast. With this variant being so contagious, it is causing a huge rise in cases. These rising numbers are putting our local hospital at risk. As numbers rise, we must do all that we can to stop the spread of Omicron. In the fight against Omicron, no single action is perfect. The … Read More
Pressing Pause on First Doses of AstraZeneca
First and foremost, if you received AstraZeneca, we want you to know that you made the right choice to be vaccinated. To go without protection at a time when the COVID-19 virus is circulating widely, would have been significantly more unsafe than the risks associated with the AstraZeneca vaccine. By choosing to receive this vaccine, you protected yourself, your … Read More
What to Expect: Personal Service Settings and COVID-19
What to Expect in Phase Two: Service Settings With more personal service settings opening in Phase Two, maybe you’re ready for a much needed hair or dental appointment or perhaps some physio or massage therapy? These types of services promote health and well-being, but, receiving health and personal care services at this time is not without risk. Going in-person … Read More
Places of Worship and COVID-19
Spirituality is important for mental health and well-being. In order for places of worship to re-open safely, in-person attendance is limited to 30% building capacity to ensure physical distancing. If attending an in-person worship service there are some important things to remember to keep you, your loved ones, and our community safe. Remember to: Keep 2 metres of physical distance … Read More
Nutrition staff on the front lines of the COVID-19 response
This week, we are shining a light on the role of our CK Public Health nutrition staff in how they have adapted their work to support the COVID-19 response. Public Health dietitians work with many community partnerships on a variety of topics every single day. During the current emergency response, CK Public Health has been fortunate to have such experienced … Read More
Paramedic Services Week 2020: Paramedics on the Front Line
Paramedic Services Week (May 24-May 30) The theme for Paramedic Services Week 2020 is Pandemic: Paramedics on the Front Line and demonstrates the important role that paramedics play on the front lines of the healthcare system during a pandemic. “During this pandemic we recognize, more than ever, the important partnership we have with Paramedic Services in keeping our community safe and healthy … Read More
When and how to wear a non-medical mask
Photo credit: Handmade by Amy S. Should I wear a mask out in public during the COVID-19 outbreak? Non-medical masks can be used by the public in situations where physical distancing (2 metres) cannot be maintained. For example, travelling to an essential medical appointment. In this case, the non-medical mask or face covering could help protect others from the spread … Read More
Backyard Gardens – Raised Bed or In Ground Garden?
As the nicer weather approaches, you may be thinking of starting a garden to grow produce this summer. Gardens come in lots of different sizes and styles. Some people prefer the traditional method of simply clearing space and planting directly into the ground. Others prefer to use a raised bed garden to plant in. Both are great options and which … Read More
Essential shopping during COVID-19
As businesses start re-opening, we are here to help you prepare and take the necessary steps to stay safe when going out for essential trips in the community. How we experience, navigate and operate retail environments to prevent the spread of COVID-19 will need to be continuously monitored and adapted. Here is Dr. Colby talking about the variety of control … Read More
Seniors’ Health and Well-Being During COVID-19 Pandemic
Ontario’s Chief Medical Officer of Health is strongly urging those over the age of 70 or those with weakened immune systems or medical conditions to stay at home and self-isolate. Why is this so important? Seniors, people with weakened immune systems and chronic medical conditions are more at risk for severe outcomes from COVID-19. These measures are meant to help … Read More
Eating, it’s “More than Food”!
March is Nutrition Month and this year we are talking about how healthy eating is about More Than Food! Dietitians are encouraging Canadians to consider not only what they eat, but how they eat too! This aligns so well with the new Canada’s Food Guide and its reminders. Be mindful of your eating habits by taking the time to … Read More