Soup Season, Any Season: Comfort, Flavor, and Nourishment in a Bowl
There’s something timeless about soup. Across cultures and generations, soup has been a symbol of comfort, community, and care. Whether it’s a quick weekday lunch or a slow-simmered weekend ritual, […]
Mental Health and the Winter Blues: Finding Steady Ground in the Darker Months
As winter settles in and daylight fades earlier each day, many people begin to notice quiet shifts in their mood and energy. Mornings may require more effort. Evenings feel shorter. […]
Men’s Cancer Screening: Take Charge of Your Health
When it comes to your health, early detection can make all the difference. In Ontario, men have access to several free cancer screening programs that can help catch cancer early—when […]
Fueling our Bodies with Fall Fruits and Vegetables
Written by Shannon Moore, Dietetic Intern As the weather cools and the leaves turn, fall brings with it a harvest of colorful, nutrient-packed foods. These seasonal fruits and vegetables can […]
National Breastfeeding Month
The Good, the Hard, and the Honest Truth: What to Know This National Breastfeeding Month August marks National Breastfeeding Month, a time to raise awareness about the benefits of breastfeeding, […]
Exercise is Medicine
One of the best choices you can make is to live an active life. Exercise and physical activity are key parts of living your best life. Often people worry that […]
Wildfire Smoke and Your Lungs: What You Need to Know
Wildfires are becoming more common, and while the flames are dangerous, the smoke they produce can be just as harmful — especially to your lungs. Even if a wildfire isn’t […]
National Kinesiology Week
A Kin Can Help! A Registered Kinesiologist is part of your healthcare team at the Haldimand Family Health Team. There are lots of Kins working in Ontario, but many people […]
Celebrating Doctor’s Day: Thank You to Our Primary Care Physicians
Today, on Doctor’s Day, we want to say a big thank you to the amazing doctors who work with the Haldimand Family Health Team (HFHT). These doctors care for patients […]
Cesarean Awareness Month
April is cesarean awareness month. In Ontario about 31% of babies are born by c-section today. C-Section Awareness Month focuses on three main goals: lowering the number of unnecessary C-sections, […]