North Shore

Osteoporosis is a silent disease that weakens bones gradually, often going unnoticed until a fracture occurs. Unfortunately, by the time the affected bones break or fracture, the disease has progressed and is less treatable. It most commonly affects postmenopausal women and older adults but can impact anyone.

This October, as we recognize Mental Health Week, we’re shining a light on an important message: you don’t have to navigate your mental health journey alone. Mental health can affect every part of our lives — our relationships, work, sleep, physical health, finances, and ability to manage everyday responsibilities. Sometimes, knowing where to start can feel just as difficult as recognizing that you need support. This is where a Care Coordinator can help. What does a Care Coor

Ovarian Cancer Ovaries are the reproductive glands found in females. Each female has 2 ovaries located in the lower abdomen on each side of the uterus. The ovaries produce eggs for reproduction and the female hormones estrogen and progesterone. 1/75 women will be diagnosed with ovarian cancer in their lifetime Risk Factors for Ovarian Cancer Family history of ovarian cancer Increased risk if you have a first degree relative with the disease, >2 relatives with the disease, an

September is Suicide Awareness Month - a time to talk openly about suicide, reduce stigma, remember those we have lost, and remind one another that help and hope are possible.

At the North Shore Family Health Team, we believe that one of the best ways to stay healthy is through preventive screening. Many serious health conditions, including several types of cancer and osteoporosis, can develop without causing symptoms in their early stages. Screening tests can help detect these conditions early - or even identify changes before disease develops - when treatment is often simpler and more successful.

World Hepatitis Day is a day of awareness to promote national and international efforts on hepatitis and highlight the need for a greater global response to try and eliminate it.

Have you or a loved one noticed changes in memory, thinking, or daily functioning? While occasional forgetfulness can be a normal part of aging, persistent memory concerns should not be ignored. Our Memory Clinic provides comprehensive assessments for individuals experiencing memory changes. Our interdisciplinary team works to identify possible causes, recommend appropriate treatments, and connect patients and families with valuable supports and resources. Early assessment ca

TBDHU no longer offers a travel clinic. Please refer to Janzen's Travel Clinic; fees may apply. Individuals looking to make an appointment can: Use the online booking system: janzens.ca/travel-health-wellness Email travelhealth@janzens.ca and request an appointment Call 807-345-1191 x 4 and request an appointment Janzen’s Travel Clinic is the local designated Yellow Fever centre. Visit this list of Yellow Fever Designated Centers for the rest of Ontario.