by Lecri | Dec 15, 2023 | Health Hints
‘Tis the season to be jolly but December is also the busiest time of year for first responders and ERs across Ontario. Here are 12 tips to stay healthy and safe during the holidays: 1. Cooking and smoking are the leading causes of home fires in Ontario. Never leave a... 
by fhcadmin | Nov 24, 2023 | Health Hints
We all react differently to the change of the seasons. But for some of us, the shorter days, colder weather, and lack of sunlight at this time of year can have an impact on our moods. About 11% of men and 16% of women in Canada will experience depression at some point... 
by fhcadmin | Nov 17, 2023 | Health Hints
November is Diabetes Awareness Month. Diabetes is one of the most common chronic diseases in Canada. Currently, close to 12 million people across the country live with diabetes or prediabetes. With more than 200,000 new cases of diabetes diagnosed every year, the... 
by fhcadmin | Nov 10, 2023 | Health Hints
November 5-11, 2023, is National Pain Awareness Week. Nearly eight million Canadians suffer from chronic pain every day. Pain is a common part of living with many conditions, including arthritis, cancer, chronic migraines, Crohn’s disease, HIV, fibromyalgia, sickle... 
by fhcadmin | Nov 3, 2023 | Health Hints
November is Crohn’s and Colitis Awareness Month. Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis are the two main forms of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), a group of conditions that inflame the lining of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract and disrupt your body’s ability... 
by fhcadmin | Oct 24, 2023 | Health Hints
The final numbers are in, and Federated Health Charities is thrilled to announce that our 2023 campaign met our campaign goal of raising $1.6 million. These funds will help our 21 charities provide programs and services that support people living with serious illness...