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Miscellaneous News – FNQLHSSC
Each week, we compile news on health, wellness, social services and First Nations, which is organized by category of our service offer. As a result, people in charge of the service offer can disseminate information specific to their field, or any other news relevant to First Nations. Culture Indigenous dinner conference with Robert Falcon Ouellette […]
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Read More‘The kids are not all right’: Young Canadians describe mental health struggles – CTV
January 22, 2025 Going into Grade 10, Abby Walker switched schools and struggled to make friends. At the time, she had no idea she was suffering from depression. “I blamed myself,” said Walker. “I thought that there was something wrong with me, and I didn’t really understand why.” She says she slept all the time […]
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Read MorePeople with ADHD have shorter life expectancy and higher risk of mental health issues, study finds – CTV
January 23, 2025 Having attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, is associated with a shorter life expectancy and a greater risk of mental health issues, according to a new study of more than 30,000 people with the disorder in the United Kingdom. Men diagnosed with ADHD had a reduction in life expectancy by 4 ½ […]
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Read More10,000 Islanders will gain access to primary care with UPEI’s medical home, says Health P.E.I. – CBC
Jan 23, 2025 The medical home that’s expected to open this fall at UPEI’s new medical school will take about 10,000 patients off the find a family doctor or nurse practitioner registry within two years, says Health P.E.I. Medical homes offer a wide range of services, with doctors collaborating with other health-care workers. They have […]
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Read MoreThese Ontario doulas scammed by Kaitlyn Braun are ‘building their own village’ for support – CBC
Collaborative Doula Collective includes 51 Ontario doulas specializing in birth, postpartum and death Jan 23, 2025 Amy Silva has always recognized the importance of being part of a network of doulas who understand the intricacies of supporting clients during childbirth. The London, Ont., doula’s need for community was reaffirmed last year when she was in […]
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Read More‘Prehab’ before surgery speeds up patient recovery, review suggests – CBC
Prehab — exercise, nutritional changes, psychological support — could reduce complications, hospital stays Jan 23, 2025 Christopher Wanczycki loved to ski and work up a sweat outdoors before his advanced cancer diagnosis. Such exercise may have actually helped shorten his recovery after surgery, according to the findings of a large review. Wanczycki, 65, was told […]
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Read MoreTaking care of your mental health during winter months – FNHA
January 22, 2025 For many First Nations people, winter is traditionally a time of quietness and reflection. Families and communities use the shorter days and time indoors to recharge, connect, share stories, and pass on wisdom and teachings. Winter is also the time of year when our mental health may be lower than usual. This […]
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Read MoreReclaiming Native Psychological Brilliance: Wise Practices, a Tribal Behavioral Health ECHO Session
Credit: USET Channel The one-hour Reclaiming Native Psychological Brilliance virtual series will provide an opportunity for participants to: Gain skills on strength-based approaches in partnership with Native People to enhance Native behavioral health, discuss ways that Native brilliance is demonstrated and supports behavioral health, and learn about Native brilliance examples to share with behavioral health […]
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Read MoreNorth Bay Indigenous Friendship Centre help youth battle mental health challenges – CTV News
January 22, 2025 There were lots of laughs, games and fun taking place on LGBTQ+ night, one of the many programs the North Bay Indigenous Friendship Centre offers to help youth make friends and give them a sense of belonging. The team provides crucial help for Indigenous and non-Indigenous youth struggling with their well-being. The […]
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Read MoreProvincial Government Recognizes Bell Let’s Talk Day
January 22, 2025 The Honourable John G. Abbott, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Minister of Housing, is recognizing Bell Let’s Talk Day today (Wednesday, January 22). The 2025 Bell Let’s Talk awareness campaign focuses on supporting youth mental health and includes a text-to-donate campaign to raise funds for six youth mental health providers, […]
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