For information on the topics listed below please visit: https://myhealth.alberta.ca/…/Pediat…/Pages/default.aspx

– Behaviors, emotions & social skills

– Breathing

– Communication

– Daily living skills

– Developmental milestones

– Eating, feeding & swallowing

– Fine motor skills

– Gross motor skills

– Hearing

– Infant head & neck

– Injuries & pain

– Play & activity

– Supports for mobility & positioning

Did you know that you can register for online session to learn about your child’s development, health and wellness at: https://myhealth.alberta.ca/…/pedia…/Pages/webinars.aspx

Examples of available sessions are shown in the image, most of these sessions are hosted live by pediatric rehab healthcare providers. This means you can see, hear, and ask questions during the session.

These sessions are offered at many da​tes and times and are free. Check out which ones are right for you.​

If you have trouble registering for a webinar, you can email [email protected] and someone will help you.

Once you register for a webinar, yo​u’ll be sent a link to connect on the date and time of the session. You can join a webinar using your computer, laptop, or any device that connects to the internet.

What does it take to take on cancer? It takes all of us.

As the saying goes, ‘It takes a village.’ But to take on cancer, it takes more than a village. We believe it takes a society. It takes a community rallying together around a shared cause.

It takes a society honors something that is deeply true about cancer: that it is big, and it is endlessly complex. And any kind of progress – better treatments, better care, better support – can only happen when we work together.

Profound impact is possible when we combine our actions with the actions of others.

Our goal at the Canadian Cancer Society is to inspire people of all ages, from all backgrounds and all parts of the country to come together to take on cancer’s biggest issues.

HOW DOES RSV SPREAD?

RSV can spread through contact with a person ill with the disease, or by touching a contaminated surface

Most people recover from RSV illness in about a week, but some people can become seriously ill. Infants and older adults are at higher risk of developing severe illness and need hospitalization

PEOPLE AT HIGH RISK OF RSV

Nearly all children will have an RSV infection before 2 years of age. Some people are at greater risk for RSV-related complications, including:

– Premature infants

– Infants 6 months of age and younger

– Children with chronic lung or heart disease

– Children with neuromuscular disorders

– People of any age with weakened immune systems

– Infants under 6 months of age living in remote communities

– Adults 65 years of age and older

RISK OF HOSPITALIZATION

RSV infection is the most common cause of pneumonia and bronchiolitis in infants requiring hospitalization. Hospitalization increases with age, particularly among adults 65 years of age and older.

PREVENTING RSV

– Wash your hands with soap and water frequently

– Clean common surfaces

– Avoid close contact with others who may be sick

– Stay at home when you are sick

– Cover coughs and sneezes

Protection is available for infants at high risk using monoclonal antibodies. Vaccination is available for the prevention of RSV in older adults, but programs vary across provinces and territories.

The Town of Drumheller Fire Department invites families, friends and anyone interested in all things fire safety to attend an Open House and BBQ at the Fire Hall on October 12, from 10:00am until 3:00pm.

Stop in and enjoy:

Activities for kids

Prizes

Demonstrations

Fire Hall and equipment tour

BBQ

Please come by, check out the Fire Hall and equipment, indulge in a BBQ and learn about cooking safety this week for Fire Prevention Week!

No registration is required.

It can occur anywhere, and can have serious and long-lasting effects: low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, and physical health problems.

Extreme or long-lasting bullying can push kids beyond their capacity to cope, driving kids to self-harming behaviors, or even consider taking their own life to end their pain. By the time a child reaches out to a someone for help, they’ve probably endured bullying for a long time.

‍It’s important to talk to your children about bullying – if you think your child is being bullied, has witnessed bullying, or being a bully to others. Encourage them to speak up if they or someone they know is being bullied. If your child is being bullied, it’s important to take action by talking to their teacher, school counsellor, or another appropriate authority figure.

BullyingCanada is here to help your bullied kids 24/7, it is a nonprofit organization that provides support and resources to those affected by bullying.

If your child is being bullied, we can help, free of charge, in the following ways:

Counselling – provide free counselling services to those who have experienced bullying. Your child can speak to a trained counsellor who can provide support and guidance on how to cope with bullying.

Resources – has a wealth of resources available on its website, including information on how to identify bullying, how to report bullying, and how to build resilience and self-esteem.

Advocacy – can act as an advocate for your child by working with schools, law enforcement, and other organizations to address bullying and ensure that your child is safe.

Education – is committed to educating the public about bullying and its effect, to raise awareness and promote positive change.

Support – provides a safe and supportive space for those who have experienced bullying.

Working together with organizations like BullyingCanada, you can help your child overcome bullying and build a brighter future.