by fhcadmin | Jan 16, 2025 | Alzheimer, Charities, Educational, Health, Health Hints
The Alzheimer Society of Ontario is here to help. By 2050, nearly 2 million people in Canada could be living with dementia. This is a staggering statistic that highlights the growing importance of brain health and the need to take proactive steps to reduce the risk of... 
by fhcadmin | Nov 23, 2024 | Educational, Health, Health Hints, Liver, Liver Health Foundation
National Addictions Awareness Week (Nov 24-30): Alcohol Consumption and Liver Damage. The Canadian Liver Foundation National Addictions Awareness Week (November 24–30, 2024) emphasizes the importance of understanding and addressing addiction while reducing stigma... 
by fhcadmin | Nov 18, 2024 | Charities, Educational, Health, Health Hints, Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis Canada
Falls are the leading cause of injury-related hospital stays among older adults in Canada, with about 30% of those aged 65 and older falling at least once a year. They also represent a significant risk for children aged 0 to 14. Fall Prevention Month encourages... 
by fhcadmin | Nov 16, 2024 | Charities, Diabetes, Diabetes Canada, Educational, Health, Health Hints
Every year on November 14, we come together for World Diabetes Day, a powerful initiative established by the United Nations to shine a light on diabetes. This date honors the birthday of Sir Frederick Banting, who co-discovered insulin in 1922, and whose... 
by fhcadmin | Oct 9, 2024 | Charities, Educational, Health, Health Hints, Institute for Advancements in Mental Health, Mental Health
It is Time to Prioritize Mental Health in the Workplace. It’s good advice and the 2024 theme for World Mental Health Day. Did you know that over 60% of the global population works in paid employment? People spend more hours each day at work than socializing with... 
by fhcadmin | Oct 1, 2024 | Health Hints, Messages, Our Mission
Each of us on the Federated Health Charities team uniquely honour the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation & Orange Shirt Day not just on September 30th, but throughout the year. We’d like to share our unique perspectives with you… “Truth & reconciliation...