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Spring Cleaning for Your Health
Spring cleaning isn’t just about cleaning your home; it’s also an opportunity to refresh your life and habits. Taking the time to reset your environment and routines can help you start the new season feeling prepared and energized.


Recruiting for a Board Member
Dear Community Members,
The North Shore Family Health Team Board of Directors is recruiting for a 5th board member.


Welcome Dr. Helina Janpanah
We are pleased to welcome Dr. Helina Janpanah to the Schreiber Medical Clinic. Dr. Janpanah will be joining Dr. Rushton as the second physician at J.E. Stokes Medical Center. She and her husband are currently in the process of moving to our communities, and we are excited to have them join us. Originally from Iran, Dr. Janpanah has been living in Richmond Hill for several years. She is joining our community through Practice Ready Ontario, a program to integrate internationall


Welcome to the Team!
The North Shore Family Health Team would like you to join us in welcoming Patti and Elizabeth to the team. We are happy to announce that until March 31/26 we have Patti Spade offering virtual counselling. Patti started with us in December, and several people have benefited from her services. Her counselling is short term, but she and the rest of the team will work with you if you decide you will need additional services once she is done. Elizabeth Adduono will be providing co


Travel Vaccines – Refer to Janzen's
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.


Info Regarding Doctor Shortage
Terrace Bay/Schreiber Doctor Shortage: Dear Community Members, We hope this message finds you well. We want to address an issue that has been a source of frustration for many: the ongoing shortage of physicians in our area. We understand how this shortage impacts your access to healthcare and the stress it can cause. The demand for medical care has increased, and our local healthcare system is facing significant challenges in meeting this demand. We are aware of the long wait
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