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Ten-year-old Christian Stone cleaned off cars in the staff parking lots at his local hospital with family friend Abbey Meeker.

February 4th is #WorldCancerDay. The UICC - Union for International Cancer Control gives voice and says thank you to the nurses, doctors, researchers, volunteers, advocates and other caregivers in oncology from around the world, as well as government agencies, who have worked these past 12 months through the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn more here http://ow.ly/PHZn50DjMOe

This is awesome! What a fun way to get some exercise

February is #HeartMonth. Learn more about the Heart and Stroke Foundation and how you can help at https://www.heartandstroke.ca/

''Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in Canada for both men and women. When most people think about the causes of lung cancer, cigarette smoke is the only thing that comes to mind. While smoking is the main cause of lung cancer, there are also many other contributors that can cause lung cancer. These include things in the environment, such as outdoor air pollution and radon in homes, and occupational carcinogens, which are found in many workplaces.'' Checkout this article and become aware of important workplace lung carcinogens in Canada.

Muñecos inclusivos A partir de que su hija no se identificaba con ninguno de sus juguetes por su discapacidad auditiva, Clare Tawell madre británica de 39 años, comenzó a hacer juguetes únicos...para su hija y después para otros niños.

Please take a moment tomorrow, for just a minute, to remember those that gave the ultimate sacrifice.

Wishing everyone a Happy Thanksgiving!

The right conversation can make all the difference to a man who might be struggling. #menshealthmonth #Movember Conversations gives you practical guidance on how to support the men in your life who might going through a difficult time: https://conversations.movember.com/

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. Let us understand the factors that make lung cancer the most common cancer globally, and what we can do to minimize our risk of the deadly disease. #lungcancerawareness #lungcancer

2-year-old boy with Cerebral palsy dresses up as old man from "Up" and it is the cutest thing! #halloween

2-year-old boy with Cerebral palsy dresses up as old man from "Up" and it is the cutest thing! #halloween

Breast cancer may not cause any signs or symptoms in its early stages. Signs and symptoms often appear when the tumour grows large enough to be felt as a lump in the breast or when the cancer spreads to surrounding tissues and organs. Be aware of the symptoms of breast cancer from Canadian Cancer Society. #breastcancerawarenessmonth #breastcancer

Thanks to YOU our passionate supporters across the country advancements made in research and screening procedures are helping more people affected by breast... cancer. But with 1 in 8 Canadian women diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime, and about 75 Canadians diagnosed with breast cancer every day, we know that there’s more work to be done. On the first Sunday of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, our Canadian Cancer Society #CIBCRunfortheCure will unite our community to raise funds for groundbreaking breast cancer research, honour those who have been affected by breast cancer, and celebrate the advancements we’ve already made. Learn more about our Run Day event schedule, our line-up of great Canadian entertainers and how you can tune in for our live-streamed opening ceremony this Sunday, October 4: https://bit.ly/34fdgYJ

Thanks to YOU our passionate supporters across the country advancements made in research and screening procedures are helping more people affected by breast... cancer. But with 1 in 8 Canadian women diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime, and about 75 Canadians diagnosed with breast cancer every day, we know that there’s more work to be done. On the first Sunday of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, our Canadian Cancer Society #CIBCRunfortheCure will unite our community to raise funds for groundbreaking breast cancer research, honour those who have been affected by breast cancer, and celebrate the advancements we’ve already made. Learn more about our Run Day event schedule, our line-up of great Canadian entertainers and how you can tune in for our live-streamed opening ceremony this Sunday, October 4: https://bit.ly/34fdgYJ

Thank you Natalie! Durham Medical to the rescue with empty boxes (and lots of wine bottles) for the @rotarywhitby Bottle Drive. #durhammedical #rotary #rotarybottledrive #rotaryfundraiser

Happy #worldheartday! Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the number one cause of death on the planet. It has many causes: from smoking, diabetes, high blood pressure and obesity, to air pollution, and rare and neglected conditions such as Chagas Disease and cardiac amyloidosis. Hashtag #UseHeart to beat cardiovascular disease by using your head, your influence, and your compassion. Visit https://www.world-heart-federation.org//world-heart-day-2/ to learn more.

Thank you Natalie! Durham Medical to the rescue with empty boxes (and lots of wine bottles) for the @rotarywhitby Bottle Drive. #durhammedical #rotary #rotarybottledrive #rotaryfundraiser

Many people mistakenly think arthritis is just a disease of the elderly, but the statistics tell a different story. About three in 1,000 Canadian children has childhood arthritis, which makes it more common than most chronic childhood diseases. If you or someone you know has children with JA, you need to check this out: https://bit.ly/31OS0Y6 #1for6million

Timing is running out on our navy scrub sale. Don't miss out!

Living Safely With Dementia Online Forum: Let's Talk About Dementia Monday September 21st, 2020 in recognition of World Alzheimer's Day. Relevant to anyone interested in expanding their knowledge about living safely with Dementia in the community. JOIN any or all of the online sessions below:... 10 - 10:30am. Welcome, Living Safely Tool kit, Perspective of a person living with dementia. 10:30 - 11am. Wind Reach Farm Tour (live virtual visit) 11:30 am - 1pm. Dementia and Going Missing Reduce the risk of getting lost, featuring Dr. Neubauer, followed by Medic Alert Safely Home and DRPS representatives 2 - 3pm. Arts-based activity 3 - 4:30pm. Vivre avec un trouble neurocognitif en toute sécurité (French language panel presentation) 6:30 - 8pm. Keynote with Ron Beleno, Making Choices to Live Better in the Community No charge | Please pre-register at www.asdr.eventbrite.ca Or phone 905-576-2567 | Toll-free 1-888-301-1106 ext. 5228

It's Arthritis Awareness Month! This aims to bring awareness to the growing prevalence of arthritis, the need for additional research and advocacy, and to encourage physical activity among the millions of adults with arthritis. Visit the link below to learn more. #arthritisawarenessmonth

Hey nursing students, save 30% on navy coloured scrub tops and pants. Sale starts today ... and lasts for 10 days!

The perfect weather conditions. A 5-year Fixed Rate Mortgage at just 1.99%. That can really pay off in lowering your monthly payments. Great for the household... finances. Take advantage of our sunny deal. View our website for all the terms and conditions. Ask us anything give our team a call at 905-576-4200 #mortgage#mortgagerates#homeowners#firsttimehomebuyer#cmhc#genworth#creditunion#localbusiness