Huron Community Family Health Team
32 B-1 Centennial Dr N0K 1W0 Seaforth, ON, Canada

Good luck to Huron Residential Hospice on their Theres No Place Like Home Virtual Telethon happening on Sept 17th 2020 at 7:00pm! Tune in! Support any way you can whether it be financially or just by sharing the post! We support palliative and End of Life care in our community!

Lets give a hand to our community partners! Huron Community Family Health team supports Hospice care!

Let's support our local Hospice! Join on Sept 17th 2020 at 7:00pm to watch the exciting "There's No Place Like Home" Virtual Telethon.

HURON PERTH AND AREA ONTARIO HEALTH TEAM PHYSICIAN ADVISORY COUNCIL JOINT STATEMENT ON MASK EXEMPTIONS September 2020 We, the physicians of the Huron Perth and Area Ontario Health Team Physician Advisory Council, believe in providing the best care to our community. In light of the current universal masking recommendations, and inquiries from concerned patients and community leaders regarding universal masking, we have evaluated the current available evidence. To date, the cur...Continue reading

The Huron OPP are concerned about the increase in individuals with domestic and sexual violence charges who are seeking romance on dating websites and apps. Please stayed tuned over the next few days as we give tips to meeting people safety online.

I am a Family Doctor and I want to keep a promise made to a patient. Julie was a healthy, post-menopausal woman in my care who came in for a periodic health exa...mination. One of my routine questions, in what is called the Review of Systems, was to ask if she had experienced any vaginal bleeding. She said No but then laughed and added, Other than when my period came back for a few months last year. All health care professionals are taught early on that vaginal bleeding in a post-menopausal woman is Cancer of the Uterus until proven otherwise. This comment by Julie was, therefore, a red flag (no pun intended) prompting further questions, an examination and an ultrasound of her pelvis. Julie was surprised to see me so concerned, especially since the symptoms had not recurred over many months. Sure enough, a pelvic ultrasound and tissue sampling confirmed Cancer of the Uterus. Julie underwent a hysterectomy and radiation therapy. She is now healthy, cancer-free and is expected to stay that way. After all this was done, Julie sat ME down for a talk. She told me shed had no idea a short return of her period after menopause was a danger signal. Furthermore, she addressed the topic with friends over coffee and discovered that, out of 20 women, NONE of them knew this symptom was abnormal! She admonished me to Tell women this! Dont assume we know it! From that day on, I have kept Julies advice in mind when talking with post-menopausal patients. But recently my wife suggested that I should take this to a wider audience. So, Julie, this is for you: If you are a post-menopausal woman and your period comes back or you have even one episode of vaginal bleeding, TELL A HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL and insist on having it investigated! Wishing you all good health and long lives.

Hey parents! Here's another way to help your children's teachers out

Learn about funding that families can apply for if they have children who are not in school or child care because of coronavirus (COVID-19). Find out if you are eligible and how to apply. https://www.ontario.ca/page/get-support-families

Some very useful tips for return to school in these uncertain times.

Sick of eating the same meal over and over when you have leftovers? These recipes can all be re-worked the next day to make something totally new!

Are you cooking for only yourself right now? Keep food interesting and check out these ideas to avoid eating the same thing all week! Plan ahead. Use these ideas for this week's grocery list. #cookingforone #eatingforone

Introducing solids to your baby can be a fun and exciting time! Check out these tips to set your family up for success:

Curious about zinc and your immune system? Check out this article from Unlock Food!

Your healthcare providers are here for you. We are providing phone, video and if necessary in person visits in our clinic. Call us to book an appointment.

Are you looking for ways to use up frozen vegetables? Check out this list of ideas:

This is on my grocery planning list this week! What about you?

Take time for yourself. Schedule yourself a moment today to just breathe.

Stay up to date on food safety and COVID-19 here:

Get an early start to your day with these muffins from scratch. And who doesn't love blueberries?

Try this easy recipe for a tasty salad, using either cooked or canned lentils! #salads #recipes #familycooking #tumeric

Can't wait to try this delicious salad. Spice up your week too!

Looking for recipes to make cooking at home more exciting? Check out http://www.cookspiration.com/ for recipe ideas and menu planning help! #cooking #healthly #kidscooking #familycooking

To cut down on time in the grocery store, try meal planning! Plan around what you already have, whats on sale, and what your family likes to eat. Bonus: meal planning can help you save money and avoid wasting food too! Check out this list of tips to make meal planning easier: https://www.unlockfood.ca//7-Steps-for-Quick-and-Easy-Menu

Start the week on the right foot! Looking for healthy food inspiration?

The COVID-19 pandemic is affecting communities across Perth and Huron, with students among the many groups facing added uncertainty and stress. Effects on child...ren and youth are wide-ranging but perhaps the most critical area impacted is nutrition. Now for the good news! Student nutrition funds are now flowing through United Way Perth Hurons COVID-19 Urgent Needs Fund. Families with students will be able to apply for funds for groceries through the City of Stratford Social Services Department who are administering the program for Perth County and the Huron County Social & Property Services Department. Families in need can call 519-271-3773 x 277 in Perth and 519-482-8505 x 4501 in Huron to apply.

Wondering what to do with the cans of beans, lentils, or chickpeas you bought or found in the cupboard? Check out Pulses Canada for recipe ideas! https://pulses.org/nap/pulse-recipes/

Wondering which produce will last well at home? Heres some ideas to keep you eating well while limiting how often you need groceries! https://www.budgetbytes.com/long-lasting-produce-to-stock-/

Heres 8 easy recipes you can make if youre cooking at home more than normal! http://howtoeat.ca/8-quick-and-easy-dinner-ideas/

If youre trying to eat healthier while being home more, and dont know where to start, try the Canadas Food Guide website. Click here for tips on eating well and healthy recipes! https://food-guide.canada.ca/en/

Thank you to Sara Wisking B.S.Sc LLB for this some direction to separated families on the expectations placed upon parents during the COVID-19 pandemic.