A Bowron summer adventure
For me, one of the blessings of this pandemic is that it’s forced me to stay local and explore my own beautiful Northern BC backyard. Our region has so much to offer when it comes to playing outdoor...
Physical activity
Active transportation: Daily physical activity can lead to health benefits
How often do you walk, cycle, or wheel to get to work or school? With warm weather arriving across Northern BC, now’s the time to opt for active modes of transportation instead of driving your car e...
Adult Day Away Program: Supporting Fort Nelson seniors in active aging
(Note: events in this story happened before the COVID-19 pandemic. Care might look a little different right now to take the necessary precautions to keep staff and patients safe.) The Adult Day Awa...
Join the week two of the Community Wellness Challenge!
Did you check out the Community Wellness Challenge last week? If you didn’t, Northern Health has created an activity card with ideas for taking care of your mental, physical, and spiritual heal...
Choosing Wisely - What to do (for fun and wellness!) during COVID-19
As the weeks of physical distancing go by, we may be feeling any number of things: Stir crazy – “Get me out of this house and away from [insert housemate name(s) here]!” Sluggish – “...
Outdoor activity: Thinking outside the box
We’re living in extraordinary times! While we’ve been asked to slow down and stay home to stay safe, it’s important that we follow this direction while also taking care of our physical and menta...
Self-care for new moms: Physical activity can help
(This story was co-written by Gloria Fox and Randi Parsons.) While welcoming a new baby is a special time for parents and families, it isn’t always easy. There’s a lot to juggle in the early po...