Moose Jaw North MLA Tim McLeod says Wednesday’s Throne Speech had a lot to offer for Moose Jaw. McLeod serves as the Minister of Mental Health and Addictions, Seniors, and Rural and Remote Health. “We’ve got the expansion of Rapid Access Counselling for children and
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Regional survey shows residents seek community support for mental health
GUELPH – Residents of the Guelph/Wellington and Waterloo regions are looking for community support and leadership as they face mental health issues born out of challenges such as food insecurity and housing shortages, a new survey reveals. The survey also shows residents of Wellington County
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3 Ways to Strengthen Physical and Behavioral Health Integration
As hospital and health leaders continue to seek sustainable solutions to address workforce shortages, negative margins and rising labor costs, they may want to take a deeper look at ways to integrate physical and behavioral health services. At least six positive impacts can be achieved
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The remarkable health benefits of a vegetarian diet
The vegetarian lifestyle has been gaining significant traction in a world that constantly seeks ways to improve health and well-being. With a growing body of scientific evidence highlighting the numerous health benefits of being a vegetarian, it’s no wonder that more and more people are
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Sault news: Northern Ontario First Nations call for help amid mental health crisis
Several First Nations and health officials in northern Ontario are asking for help after declaring a state of emergency over mental health crises across their territories. Cat Lake First Nation Chief Russell Wesley said 188 people of the 500 who live in his community are
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3 Lifestyle Choices That Could Spell Trouble for Heart Health
Recent research from Rutgers has shown that while deaths from coronary heart disease have declined from 1990 to 2019, the rate of decline has slowed since 2011. The study emphasizes the significant role of three modifiable lifestyle factors—smoking, drinking, and obesity—in the disease’s prevalence. Although
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Boost Immunity! 6 Diet Mistakes That May Affect Your Immune Health
Diet Mistakes That Weaken Immunity: By now, much has been said about immunity and its association with overall health. A healthy immune system works as the front line of defence against various common and chronic diseases. However, as we know, immunity is not built in
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The multidirectional links among diet, mental health and heart health
On Nutrition We humans are amazing, complex creatures, and part of that complexity comes from the interplay of our minds and our bodies. On any given day, you might notice how mental stress leads to tension in your back or shoulders, how worry ties your
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