Phone:

(403) 823-3345

Address:

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

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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

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☀️ Summer Health Series ☀️ – Healthy Snacks

☀️ Summer Health Series ☀️
Healthy snacks can be an important part of your daily eating habits. They can help you get all the nutrients you need.
Here are some snacking tips to consider adding to your hiking backpack or tucking into your beach bag:
🍉 Take advantage of the seasonal fruit and veggies available right now. You can prep them and keep in reusable containers in the fridge for easy ‘grab and go’ snacking.
🍉 Limit foods such as candy, pop, fruit juice, fruit drinks and chips. They are higher in sugar, saturated fat, or salt.
🍉 Stay Hydrated – Make sure to pack a bottle of water.
Check out @AHS’s healthy eating page https://bit.ly/2AtVtzi, where you can access recipes & tips on how to incorporate healthy eating into your life.
If you are looking for support around healthy eating, reach out to your family doctor. They can help connect you to PCN dietitians and workshops to help!
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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

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International Self-Care Day

Sunday, July 24 is International Self-Care Day 💚
There are six types of self-care: emotional, physical, social, practical, spiritual and mental.
Mental health is a major component of self-care and affects people of all ages.
@albertahealthservices Access Mental Health offers non-urgent information, consultation, and referrals for individuals with addiction and/or mental health concerns.
If you’re experiencing mental health concerns, speak to your family doctor to learn which resources are available to you.
Learn more about Access Mental Health:
You can also talk to your family doctor if you have concerns.
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☀️ Summer Health Series ☀️ – Bike Helmets

☀️ Summer Health Series ☀️
Wearing a bike helmet can lower the risk of head injury by 40% and the risk of serious head injury by 60%. Before going for a family ride, ensure children are wearing a helmet.
How to check if a helmet fits correctly:
✔️ the straps form a “V” below and in front of the earlobes
✔️ the front edge of the helmet sits one to two fingers above the eyebrows
✔️ the space between the chin and chinstrap is one finger-width
For more tips on buying and fitting a helmet, visit:

https://bit.ly/3cbmYTN

#SummerHealthSeries #WearAHelmet #BikeSafety 🚴‍♂️

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New Medical Team Member

Welcome to the newest member of our medical team, Darwin La Hue. He is a Family Nurse Practitioner through our Primary Care Network (PCN) and will be working to provide care to our patients at Drumheller Associated Physicians. Read further to get to know more about Darwin and make sure to say hi if you see him in the office! For more information on the role of a Nurse Practitioner, click the link below:
https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/info/page7903.aspx
“I am originally from Vancouver, BC but moved to Calgary, after completing a Masters of Biomedical Physiology through SFU, to start the University of Calgary Nursing program. I focused the next eight years of nursing on the treatment and management of acute and chronic health concerns of patients within the community and hospital setting. In 2021, I graduated from the University of Regina with a Masters of Nursing and a Family Nurse Practitioner designation.
During my FNP studies I focused on rural family medicine, studying under rural doctors and nurse practitioners in central Alberta. It’s through this experience I realized my passion for chronic pain management, emergency medicine, and working with patients to meet their health goals.
Outside of work I enjoy spending time with my family and exploring the wonders of Alberta. I also enjoy playing music, gaming, seeing the arts, and traveling.
I look forward to fill the primary care needs of the residents in Drumheller and surrounding area.”

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Sept. 30, 2021 National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Today is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. It is a day to honor the survivors of residential schools and their families and communities. Big Country PCN and Drumheller Associated Physicians recognize the tragic history and ongoing legacy of residential schools and the impact these schools have had to Indigenous communities for generations. We invite all members of our community to not only to wear an orange shirt but to also use this day to learn and reflect on Canada’s history with Indigenous peoples.

If you or someone you know is struggling or needs someone to talk to, talk to your family doctor. Or call the Mental Health Helpline 1-877-303-2642 or the National Indian Residential Schools Crisis Line 1-866-925-4419. The helplines are confidential, anonymous and available 24/7.
#EveryChildMatters #NationalDayforTruthandReconciliation

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Congratulations to Dr. Michael Beach

Congratulations to Dr. Michael Beach on his new role as facility medical director at the Drumheller Health Centre.

This is a key role in providing medical leadership, patient focused care, and quality health care to our community.

Thank you to Dr. Dereck Maseka for his many years of service in this role.

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