Faces of Dementia Awareness Campaign
The Faces of Dementia campaign led by the Hamilton Council on Aging highlights the stories and photos of people living with dementia and their individual messages that they are so much MORE than their diagnosis.
November is #NationalDiabetesMonth
#NationalDiabetesMonth strives to raise awareness and continue the conversation surrounding the #diabetes epidemic.
Here are some tips for diabetes self-management from PCN nurses:
š„¦ Eat a healthy diet. This includes limiting processed foods and choosing foods rich in fiber and nutrients
šš¾ Get regular exercise. Exercise helps to regulate blood sugar levels and can also help to reduce stress
š©ø Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly. This will help you identify patterns and make necessary adjustments to your diet and lifestyle
ā Avoid tobacco use. Tobacco can damage your blood vessels and increase your risk for complications from diabetes
https://www.diabetes.ca/campaigns/november-is-diabetes-awareness-month
Talk to your family doctor or PCN nurse if you have concerns about managing your diabetes.
#ABHealth #DiabetesManagement #NationalDiabetesMonth #DiabetesCanada
Hope for Tomorrow Research CompetitionĀ
Alzheimer Society of Alberta and Northwest Territories (AS AB/NT) in partnership with Campus Alberta Neuroscience (CAN) Ā has launchedĀ the Alzheimer’s Research Competition! Full Application Submission Deadline: January 20, 2023 by 12:00 p.m. MDT (noon). Read more about it here
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Awareness Builds Connection in Dementia Friendly Communities (ABCD) Project – Drumheller
The ABCD pilot communities have been implementing their dementia-inclusive initiatives. To read more about what theyāve been up to in the Drumheller Community, please click the link below:
https://www.rdndementia.ca/abcdpilotprojects/drumheller
To learn more about Awareness Builds Connection in Dementia Friendly Communities (ABCD) Project, please click the link below to learn more:
Alberta woman ages 45 to 74 are advised to have a screening mammogram every two years or as determined with your family doctor. Screening is the best way to find breast cancer early which can save lives.
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Last week, @Alberta Health Services (AHS) lowered the recommended age for biennial breast cancer screening for average-risk women from 50 to 45.
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Read the AHS announcement: https://bit.ly/3DbrmwX
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Globally, #BreastCancer now represents one in four of all cancers in women. Since 2008, worldwide breast cancer incidence has increased by more than 20%.
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Talk to your doctor about the best care plan for you.
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#BreastCancerAwareness #AlbertaScreeningPrevention #AlbertaFindaDoctor
#GlobalHandWashingDay š§¼ October 15th
Tomorrow, Saturday, October 15 is #GlobalHandWashingDay š§¼
Your hands carry germs you canāt see. Washing your hands not only prevents you from getting sick, but also reduces the risk of infecting others.
Remember to wash your hands frequently with soap and water for 20 seconds, especially:
- after coughing, sneezing or using tissues
- before and after eating
- before preparing food
- after handling raw meat
- after petting an animal
- after using the bathroom
For more hand hygiene tips, visit https://bit.ly/2NCEv6m
#UniteforUniversalHandHygiene #Handwashing #WashYourHands #HandHygiene #ABHealth #KeepHandsClean
Canadian Malnutrition Awareness Week 2022
This year’s Canadian #MalnutritionAwarenessWeek theme is Malnutrition Care for All.
Malnutrition is widespread in Canada and affects everyone from seniors to young kids.
Malnutrition Awareness Week is a time to raise awareness about the importance of good nutrition and how to achieve it.
We want to help our community members stay healthy and strong, so they can continue living life to the fullest.
Learn about the impact of malnutrition:
World Alzheimerās Day
Typically, Alzheimerās disease begins with lapses of memory, difficulty in finding the right words for everyday objects or mood swings.
As Alzheimerās progresses, the person may:
- Routinely forget recent events, names and faces and have difficulty in understanding what is being said
- Become confused
- Undergo personality changes
- Experience mood swings
Talk with your doctor about symptoms you or your loved one might be experiencing.
Learn more about Alzheimerās and Dementia at https://bit.ly/3LhmkRW
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#AlzheimersDay #Dementia #Alzheimers
Mental Health Support
Mental health is often misunderstood and can be difficult to talk about, but it is important to remember it is manageable.
Here are a few resources individuals and families in Alberta can access to receive support for #MentalHealth concerns:
- Alberta PCNs have a variety of resources including mental health workshops, social worker support and mental health professionals. Talk to your family doctor to learn more.
- @Anxiety_Canada promotes awareness of anxiety disorders and increases access to evidence-based resources and treatment.
- @CMHA Canadian Mental Health Association delivers free mental health programs, services, education and support for individuals and families.
- @Albertahealthservice Access Mental Health offers non-urgent information, consultation and referrals for individuals with addiction and/or mental health concerns.
If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health concerns, talk to your family doctor.
#MentalHealthMatters #ABHealth #AlbertaĀ #PCNBigCountry
Acne Awareness Month
Acne can be an anxious time in a child teen or adult’s life. When you feel you have tried everything and nothing is working, reach out to your doctor. They can help you too!
For tips on how to manage acne visit https://bit.ly/3B7bdYA
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#acneawareness #familydoctors