It's all about the big picture
This article was co-written by Reg Wulff and Doreen Bond. Did you read our last blog post about the rollout of Northern Health's new and improved Smoke Free Grounds policy? Now that you've had a bi...
Health awareness
Changes in the air
This blog was co-written by Reg Wulff and Doreen Bond You know, it wasn't that long ago that things were a lot different when it came to where a person can smoke. I can remember when smoking w...
Ringing the gong
Spending time at the local range I have to admit that during my time in the army, I really enjoyed the time spent on the firing range. Now, I haven't done any target shooting for a long time, but i...
Bonding with your baby
Have you ever been told that carrying or holding your baby too much will spoil them? This is a common myth held by many parents and caregivers. In fact, the opposite is true! Research has shown tha...
The challenge of quitting smoking during pregnancy and staying quit after delivery
Want to improve your own health and protect your developing baby from the harmful effects of tobacco and tobacco smoke? Women and their partners who use tobacco during pregnancy are encouraged to quit...
True-life quit stories – Northerners going tobacco-free!
In Prince George, Carolyn is newly tobacco-free: “I've been a non-smoker for about 3 weeks now, after 20 years of smoking. I feel much better. I can keep up with my sons better, and I'm not cough...
We all have a role to play in safety!
Looking for easy to understand information on keeping children safe? Parachute Canada is not just for me to use in my work as an Injury Prevention Lead. It is for me as a parent, as an auntie,...