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140 Riverside Dr E, Drumheller, AB, T0J 0Y4

August 31 is #OverdoseAwareness Day

August 31 is #OverdoseAwareness Day. #Overdose is a growing public health crisis in Canada due to
– the increasingly toxic drug supply
– increased feelings of isolation, stress and anxiety
– changes in the availability or accessibility of services for people who use drugs
 
On August 31st, let’s remember without stigma those who have died and acknowledge the grief of family and friends left behind.
 
If you’re taking pain medication, talk to your doctor about how to manage and reduce your risk. For a list of questions to ask, visit bit.ly/3QKq806
 
#OAD2022 #EndOverdose #EndtheStigma

Back to School ✏️

Pencils ✔️
Backpack ✔️
Immunization ❔
 
Head back to school healthier and safer! Immunization is the best way to protect your children from preventable diseases. Talk with your doctor or public health services to ensure your child’s immunizations are up to date before they head back to school. ✏️
#BackToSchool #PrimaryCare

🦖 Big Country 🦕 Primary Care Network

🦖 Big Country 🦕 Primary Care Network
Primary Care Networks across Alberta offer free workshops, in person or online, to help patients on their health journey.
If you need support for your mental or physical health, check out upcoming workshops at www.albertafindadoctor.ca
You are not alone ❤️ Start your journey today

☀️ Summer Health Series ☀️ Summer Heat Safety

☀️ Summer Health Series ☀️ Summer Heat Safety
 
High summer temperatures continue to grip Alberta.
#StaySafe while enjoying our remaining hot days and avoid heat-related illness with these tips:
 
☀️ avoid strenuous activity in hot, humid weather or during the hottest part of the day (between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.)
 
☀️ drink plenty of water before, during and after physical activity
 
☀️ wear lightweight, loose-fitting clothing to keep your skin cool
 
☀️ take frequent breaks in the shade, by a fan or in air-conditioned spaces
 
☀️ avoid drinking alcohol, which increases blood flow to the skin and elevates the risk of dehydration
 
☀️ ask your doctor for advice about hot-weather activity and your risk of getting a heat-related illness – especially if you take medications regularly
 
For more tips on how to prevent and treat mild heat-related illnesses at home, and when to see a doctor, visit https://bit.ly/3p9iMH3
 
#ABHealth #HeatIllness #Dehydration #SafetyFirst #SummerHealthSeries

August is #MedicAlert Awareness Month 🚑

August is #MedicAlert Awareness Month! Medical IDs are essential if you have life-threatening or potentially dangerous medical conditions.

Did you know? You can set up a medical ID on your phone. In case of an emergency, it gives first responders access to:

🚑 medical conditions

🚑 medications

🚑 allergies

🚑 emergency contacts

If you are an Apple user, visit the Health app to set up your medical ID. Android users can download the medical ID app from the PlayStore.

#MedicAlertID #MedicalID #MedicalEmergency #ABHealth

August 12 is #InternationalYouthDay

Today is #InternationalYouthDay and this year’s theme is Intergenerational Solidarity: Creating a World for All Ages.

@United Nation’s The Global Report on Ageism highlights that young people continue to report age-related barriers in various spheres of their lives, including health care.

To learn more about this year’s theme, visit https://bit.ly/3cPzXKY

No matter your age, your doctor’s office is a safe space to share your health concerns.

#InternationalYouthDay #AgeismInHealthCare

National Book Lovers Day!

It’s #nationalbooklovers day! Reading is a great way to improve your mental health. It has been linked with many benefits such as:

📘 relaxing your mind and body

📘 exercising your brain to increase brain health

📘 calming your thoughts

Grab a book and start reading — even a few minutes can positively impact your mental health.

For more information regarding mental health concerns, speak to your family doctor.

#MentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness