A Focus on Preventative Health

It’s time to head back to school. You may have dodged the sniffles over the past few months, but with the first day of school on the horizon, your lucky streak may be ending. Thankfully, there are many ways to keep you and your family healthy. To learn about five ways to fight back-to-school germs, keep reading! The Ontario Government has offered recommendations for COVID-19: health and safety measures at schools. Their site provides tools and support for self-screening, cleaning practices, ventilation, rapid antigen tests, and what to do if someone becomes ill at school. As well as familiarising yourself with this site, other methods can help your family reduce the spread of germs when it’s time to head back to class this fall.

Discover natural ways to lower cholesterol with dietary changes and lifestyle hacks. Empower your heart with delicious recipes and effective exercise tips.

Care& Family Health is pleased to announce the launch of blood work and blood tests on-site at its clinic in Yorkville. As of today, April 5, 2021, all annual subscribers can book appointments for blood work and tests as requisitioned by Care& Nurse Practitioners through the Care& iOS and Android App, and through the Care& online portal.

Cancer is no longer the death sentence that it was many years ago. Although a “cure” for cancer as a whole has not been discovered, there are so many advances in cancer prevention and treatment of specific cancers that in many cases longevity is not affected by what used to be a devastating diagnosis. Prevention, via screening and regular physical checkups, has become commonplace, and by complying with scheduled screenings, cancer can be found earlier and treated, or even eradicated, in many cases.

Discover evidence-based strategies for improving sleep quality, understanding sleep cycles, and implementing effective sleep hygiene practices. Learn when to seek professional help for sleep issues.

Discover effective strategies to manage childhood eczema, from identifying triggers to creating daily skincare routines. Learn practical tips to help your child find relief while supporting their overall wellbeing.