A whooping cough outbreak in Alberta continues to grow and it comes at a time when UNICEF is warning that the public’s perception of the importance of routine childhood vaccinations has decreased by eight per cent in Canada, compared to before the pandemic.
An outbreak of pertussis, also known as whooping cough, was first declared in January in the province’s south zone.
In early April there were 114 identified cases with the majority being children.
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Whooping cough spreading across southern Alberta: AHS
There are now 126 cases, 122 in the south zone and four cases confirmed in the…
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Alexis Gale Posts Cryptic Message After Jimmie Allen Makes Divorce Announcement
Jimmie Allen Shares News in Heartbreaking PostAmy Sussman – Getty Images
country singers Jimmie Allen took to Instagram to share a heartbreaking family update with his fans. He and his wife, Alexis Gale, have decided to separate after nearly three years of marriage. Jimmie and Alexis also announced that they are expecting another baby, due later this year.
Jimmie shared the news with an emotional message. He wrote, “After much thought and reflection in recent months, Lex & I have made the decision to separate. As we navigate this life change, we can also share that we will be welcoming…
Healthy Life: Healthy lunchbox ideas | Food
When my daughter started kindergarten it was the first time ever I had to pack her lunch. In daycare, lunch was always provided and that made my life much easier! So I lengthen lunch ideas. My son was very easy and would eat leftovers or sandwiches but my daughter was a bit more particular. Plus she needed three snacks and a lunch for each day of school.
It’s not too difficult to keep kids’ lunches and snacks healthy and fresh. Most of these items are things that you can make in advance and store easily. It’s always a good idea…
CLHIA: Dental care program could impact private coverage for employees
CLHIA: Dental care program could impact private coverage for employees | Insurance Business Canada
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CLHIA: Dental care program could impact private coverage for employees
Worry expressed that the program could lead to employers dropping coverage
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By Mika Pangilinan
As the government gears up to launch a national dental care program, the Canadian Life and Health Insurance Association (CLHIA) has warned that small businesses might not find it worthwhile to provide dental benefits to some employees.
With the Liberals set to spend $13 billion over the next five years to provide uninsured low- and middle-income…
NS signs a deal to transform the Dartmouth hotel into a homeless shelter and health clinic
Nova Scotia’s government says a Halifax-area hotel that’s already been housing some homeless people will soon become a full-fledged shelter and health clinic.
The Progressive Conservative government announced Friday it’s signed a deal worth $10 million to lease all 190 rooms inside the DoubleTree by Hilton hotel in Dartmouth, NS, from May 1 to March 24, 2024.
Many homeless people had already been staying at the Hilton, in rooms rented by the government, but the hotel had continued to remain open to the public.
When the clinic opens, Health Minister Michelle Thompson said it will serve as a source of…
West Yellowstone woman increases senior citizen access to healthy food
West Yellowstone local, Lindsey Charlton, is making a difference by increasing access to healthy foods for senior citizens.
Sharon Mankey helps serve food at the West Yellowstone Senior Center. She says Lindsey Charlton is making a difference.
“She’s amazing. She works really, really hard. We all love her,” said Mankey. “ Lindsey is amazing. She finds herself doing a lot of things in town. She helps with the Senior Center, she delivers meals.”
Charlton has lived in West Yellowstone for several years. She works at the fire department, and off the clock, she provides resources to the West Yellowstone Senior…
Positive manifestations can lead to a healthy life | Art & Leisure
In today’s fast-paced yet sedentary life, two of the most important things are peace of mind and health. We need a balance of both. Lack of either makes one incomplete and unhappy. It is said that the majority of ailments are caused by psychological factors. In recent years, researchers have been able to link certain kinds of emotions with ailments they trigger and magnify.
For example, those who are jealous of others are more likely to suffer from acidity and skin disorders. People who are perfectionists and get upset if everything is not exactly the way they want it to…
Achieving Prevention and Health, Rather Than More Healthcare
Newswise — If more people have access to health insurance, we have to be sure the death rates of those with certain chronic conditions are decreasing.
This is one of the statements by Gregory Peck, an acute care surgeon and associate professor at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, who will be researching on behalf of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) at the National Institutes of Health.
Funded by NIH grants totaling more than $1 million through a recent two-year award from the New Jersey Alliance for Clinical and Translational Science (NJ ACTS), a…