Category: Health Tips
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Creating positive sleep habits for your child
Achieving consistent sleep is vitally important to a child’s overall health. It has a direct impact on their physical and...
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How to beat the heat
When the temperature rises, so do the risks for heat-related illnesses. It’s important during hot weather to take the appropriate...
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When should you be concerned about group A strep?
Dr. Jeff Pernica, pediatrician and infectious disease specialist, shares information for parents in this health tip. What’s the difference between...
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Wildfire smoke is a health risk for everyone
Along with much of Ontario, Hamilton is currently experiencing heavy smoke in the air, blown to the city from wildfires...
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Celebrating Seniors Month with health tips for aging well
June is Seniors Month in Ontario, and this year’s theme is “Working for Seniors.” With this in mind, we’re pleased...
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Knowing the SIGNS of severe illness
It can often be difficult to recognize the signs of severe illness in children. Dr. Mohamed Eltorki, pediatric emergency department...
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