Calling all HCP's! Join us on Mar. 27th for our next Cancer Won't Wait Webinar to discuss the current understanding on cervical self-sampling and share HPV vaccination best practices in a BC pharmacy. Scan QR code to register or go to us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

👍 Dr Kimberly Williams,
FMWCanada President.
Letter:
A century of women, including this “doctor mom”
The College of Family Physicians of Canada
Shelley Zieroth
Dr. Mamta Gautam
Dr. Vivien Brown
Dr. Lisa Calder (she/her)
Dr. Katy Shufelt she/her

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If you plan on being a #snowbird this year, please be sure to have your #vaccines up to date. Diseases like #hepatitis and #influenza are real dangers when travelling, and you can take a big step in preventing them.

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#travel #flushot #influenza

Curious as to which #lenses are best? At a minimum, your lenses should fit your regular vision prescription, and have high UVA/UVB protection. If you have more questions, consider speaking with your #optometrist to learn more.
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#eyehealth #eyecare #vision

Wearing #sunglasses to protect your #eyes is just as important in the #winter as in the summer. Glare off of ice and snow, as well as a #dryclimate and high winds can all damage your eyes.

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#eyehealth #eyecare #vision #optometry #eyedoctor #optometrist

Are we able to reduce our chances of #cognitivedecline ? Just like your body, your brain becomes more resilient through higher activity.

While there are many ways you can exercise your brain, watch this short video to learn about some quick and easy activities.
#brainhealth

For older adults, there are some #superfoods that they should consider adding to their #diet right away. Foods like salmon, eggs, avocados, and berries are dense in #nutrients , #vitamins , and #antioxidants , and can play a huge role in keeping you #healthy .
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#Superfood is a title given to foods that are both high in #vitamins and #nutrients , while being low in calories. Include these superfoods in your diet, especially as we age, as these foods have been known to help reduce chances of contracting certain diseases.

During cold weather, your blood vessels contract, and your #bloodpressure increases. The strain this puts on your #heart is easier to manage if you keep your heart healthy through a well balanced #diet and regular #exercise .
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#heart health #healthylifestyle

#Dehydration can be serious at any age. If you notice any #symptoms such as headaches or muscle cramps, be sure to rehydrate, preferably with water.

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#hydration #water #health #drinkwater #hydrate #stayhydrated #health ylifestyle #wellness

When bundling up and staying warm inside this winter, remember to #hydrate ! Dry, warm rooms can #dehydrate us quickly, and as we age, the effects of #dehydration impacts us more than when we were younger.

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#stayhydrated #water #hydration #wellness

Cold and flu season is here, and hand washing is a simple yet effective way to stay healthy. Remember to:
Wash your hands frequently with soap and water
Avoid touching your face
Use hand sanitizer when soap and water are not accessible.
#HandHygiene #FluSeason #StayHealthy

Good quality #sleep is crucial to the maintenance of our physical and mental health. However, women are more likely to have sleep problems than men. The most common sleep problems for women include insomnia and restless leg syndrome. #SleepQuality #Wellness #HealthyAging

Lack of sleep can cause mood shifts, and impact our mental clarity. Some ways to improve your #sleep include setting your alarm for the same time each day and disconnecting your devices before bed. #SleepQuality #Wellness #HealthyAging #WomenWellness #WomensHealth

The days are getting shorter! Don't forget the importance of getting enough vitamins to keep your immune system strong and your energy levels up. Eat a variety of fruits, vegetables, and whole foods to get those essential nutrients. #WinterWellness #Vitamins #HealthyLiving

I'm so thrilled to be attending the 2023 National Respiratory Care and Education Conference in Vancouver! It's wonderful to see colleagues working hard to prevent respiratory infections. If anyone from my network is at the Conference, please say hi! #respiratorycare #lunghealth

The Government of Alberta is piloting at-home #HumanPapillomavirus (HPV) tests. This is a great step in making healthcare more accessible, especially to Canadians in rural areas. In this short video, I go over what this can mean for Canada’s fight against #HPV .

#Osteoporosis refers to bone and bone tissue loss, which causes a higher risk of a fracture. Eating foods that are high in calcium and exercises such as jogging or aerobics can help to prevent this condition. #WomenHealth #BoneHealth #HealthyAging #ActiveLiving #NutritionTips

Did you know that #Osteoporosis is also known as 'the silent thief'? This is because initial #boneloss can sometimes occur without symptoms. If you are concerned about your chances of suffering from osteoporosis, speak with your doctor. #osteoarthritis #health #bonehealth