The importance of this vitamin during the pandemic cannot be understated. According to Statistics Canada, just under a third of Canadians are below the cut off for adequate maintenance of health. In the winter, about 40 percent of Canadians were shown to be below the recommended level of Vitamin D. Read more…
As we all try to understand and adjust to these ever-changing times that have been brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, comparisons are being made between now and the 1918 Spanish flu pandemic. More specifically, we have seen the mental health effects that came from the 1918 pandemic and we Read more…
Here’s a list by Dr. Erin on some of her favourite local food suppliers in the area. Thank-you Dr. Erin for being so resourceful! Cheese Boutique They offer fancy cheeses, imported butters and specialty charcuterie items (but also your basic items as well!). You can leave your number in their Read more…
by Dr. Erin Valente, ND Having a variety of foods on hand in your pantry is always a good idea! This allows us to make healthy choices that are easily accessible when needed. Therefore, I want to make sure that your pantry is stocked for success. These are just some Read more…
Over the past few weeks, patients have been reporting an increase in anxiety symptoms. I asked Megan Hughes, our Registered Psychotherpist and Social Worker to help answer some commonly asked questions about COVID-19 from a mental health perspective. Is it common to see anxiety triggered by health concerns, such as Read more…
What is the coronavirus? This new COVID-19 is part of the large family of viruses that can cause illness ranging from the common cold to more severe symptoms. How does it spread? The spread of the virus is mainly between people who are in close contact with one another (within Read more…