World No Tobacco Day – Quit story contest
Quitting smoking is hard, what's your story? Today we recognize World No Tobacco Day and we can all consider making some changes in our lives towards better health. Tobacco use touches most of us, ...
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World No Tobacco Day 2016
Once again, it's that time of year. The warm days of spring, which signal the start of soccer, baseball, and yard work have arrived. Now before you get lost in thoughts of hammocks and hamburgers, I w...
Foodie Friday: Spring cleaning your diet
Shift your focus to fresh whole foods Is your kitchen done with the winter blues? If you're like me, spring is the perfect time to get re-inspired and focused around healthy eating. Fresh local pro...
10 tips for a happy and healthy first five years
How can we ensure that our children, families, and communities are as healthy as possible? I had the chance to ask some Northern Health experts for their thoughts and here are ten tips (in no particul...
Preventing injuries at home, at play, and on the road: Safe Kids Week 2016
The warm, sunny days of spring invite us to go outside. Playgrounds fill, bikes are dusted off, and road hockey games are happening in every neighborhood. I love the feeling of freedom that spring ...
The sit-down family meal: A thing of the past?
When I think back on my childhood, some of my best memories involve food: Big family gatherings for holiday meals, unplanned barbecues in the summertime, baking with my grandmother. They all revolve a...