Phone:

(403) 823-3345

Address:

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

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@Alberta Health Services’ HEAL (Health Education and Learning)

As children’s hospital emergency departments fill up across the province, it’s important to remember not all illnesses and injuries require a visit to the ER.

 

@Alberta Health Services’ HEAL (Health Education and Learning) website provides families with fast information about common minor illness and injuries in children: http://albertahealthservices.ca/heal

 

Advice comes directly from the Pediatric Emergency Medicine experts at the Alberta Children’s Hospital in #yyc and Stollery Children’s Hospital in #yeg.

 

HEAL offers symptom trackers and treatment suggestions for illnesses and injuries such as:

– barky cough (croup)

– coughing and wheezing

– influenza

– common cold

– ear pain

– vomiting and diarrhea

– and more

 

Learn how to manage minor illnesses and injuries at home, and when to seek medical care: http://albertahealthservices.ca/heal

 

#ABHealth #EmergencyDepartment #KidsHealth #ChildHealth #PediatricCare #FluSeason #ColdSeason

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Get immunized! #FluShot

Protect yourself from the flu this season — get your flu shot today.
 
Flu shots are important for everyone, especially those with weakened immune systems.
 
An online booking tool is available to book appointments with AHS Public Health influenza immunization clinics.
 
Plan ahead and put a reminder in your calendar to get your flu shot.
 
Flu shots are offered, free of charge, to all Albertans six months of age and older.
Book your flu shot easily at https://bit.ly/3VmKMp7
 
#ABHealth #FluSeason #Influenza #Vaccination #FluShot
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#FallPreventionTips

It’s Fall Prevention Month and Primary Care Networks have some tips to help you make it through the holiday season without falling.

Here are some precautions to think about while you decorate!

  • Wear appropriate shoes
  • Secure ladders and have a spotter with you
  • Work as team — involve the whole family
  • Ask for help
  • Decorate in the daylight

 

#FallPrevention #Holidaydecoratingsafely

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Journey Through Grief Workshop

Grief can be one of the hardest emotions to navigate.

 

The free Journey Through Grief workshop offered by Alberta PCNs can help you develop skills to cope more effectively with loss.

 

According to the Journey Through Grief program, the six needs of mourning are:

 

  1. Acknowledge the reality of loss
  2. Embrace the pain of loss
  3. Remember the loss
  4. Develop a new self-identity
  5. Search for meaning
  6. Receive ongoing support from others

 

Visit the link below to learn more: https://bit.ly/37JNOQV

 

#ABHealth #Grief #Loss #griefsupport #griefjourney #griefandloss #griefawareness #griefworkshop #bigcountrypcn #albertapcns

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#DocTalks

Have health questions? Don’t be shy, ask your doctor. 👨🏻‍⚕️
Here are some questions to bring up at your next appointment:
❓ Should I be screened for anything based on my family history?
❓ Do my vitals look okay? Such as my blood pressure?
❓ Should I be taking any supplements?
❓ What strategies can I take to lower my risk for chronic disease?
❓ Should I be worried that I’m not getting enough sleep?
❓ Is there anything I can do to manage the stress I have?
❓ What should I know about the medications I’m taking?
Whatever is on your mind, ask! Your doctor can help support your physical and mental health
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Three Hills – Bump & Beyond – Prenatal, Postpartum and Breastfeeding Education

Dr. McBain (Certified Breastfeeding Specialist) and Elle Physio (Pelvic Health PT) are hosting an information night at:

Kneehill Medical Clinic, 1520 2nd Street North, Three Hills, AB on Thursday November 24th at 6:00pm

It is open to patients in Three Hills and Drumheller.

Come and meet Dr. McBain and our Pelvic Health team to find out how these services can benefit you!

The hosts ask that attendees register @ http://ellepelvichealth.com under the ‘Community Classes’ heading

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Remote Working

Remote working has pros and cons. Did you know? One of the biggest challenges faced by remote employees is loneliness and feeling disconnected.

Here are a few things you can do to combat feelings of loneliness:

👋 Connect with someone once a week – plan and schedule time to connect with family, friends and colleagues

🌲 Get outdoors – nature can have a positive effect on mental and physical health

📅 Set a routine – a routine provides people with boundaries and expectations, allowing them to feel a sense of purpose

Learn a few tips to improve your mental health and more about loneliness and remote working: http://bit.ly/3TH93Ft

Talk to your family doctor if you are struggling with mental health.

#MentalHealth #ABHealth #SelfCare #RemoteWork #RemoteWorkers #WFHjobs #DigitalBurnout #Burnout #BurnoutPrevention #PCNBigCountry

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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.
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