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108-955 Major MacKenzie Dr. L6A 4P9 Vaughan, ON, Canada

Winter is just a month away, and the colder weather and reduced daylight hours can mean fewer opportunities to go outside and get your daily dose of vitamin D. Often referred to as the sunshine vitamin, vitamin D is best obtained by safely exposing your skin to sunlight. When getting outside isn’t an option, it’s often a good idea to boost your levels by taking supplements or consuming foods that contain vitamin D, like eggs, fatty fish and fortified milk. To learn more about the ABCs of vitamin D, visit: https://www.dynacare.ca//learning-the-abcs-of-vitamin-d.as

COVID-19 PCR and Serology Testing for international travel is now available at two locations in Montreal. Learn more at https://www.dynacare.ca/covid-19-tests-for-travellers.aspx

Des tests PCR et sérologiques de dépistage de COVID-19 pour les voyages internationaux sont désormais offerts à deux endroits à Montréal. Apprenez-en plus à https://www.dynacare.ca/covid-19-tests-for-travellers.aspx

This weekend, Dynacare was joined by Laura Syron, President and CEO of Diabetes Canada; Dr. Naveed Mohammad, President and CEO of William Osler Health System; Brampton South MP Sonia Sidhu and Mayor Patrick Brown of the City of Brampton to announce the upcoming launch of #Dynacare4Diabetes in Brampton, Ont. Following three consecutive years of success in Manitoba, the #Dynacare4Diabetes wellness initiative will be coming to Brampton in spring 2021 to help raise awareness of t...he risk factors for type 2 diabetes as well as encourage Bramptonians to talk to their doctor and, if recommended, get screened using an A1C (blood sugar) test. For each A1C test taken at a Dynacare location in Brampton during the campaign period, Dynacare will donate 50 cents to Diabetes Canada, up to a maximum of $25,000. More details coming soon. To learn more about the positive impact this wellness initiative is already having in Manitoba, visit: https://www.dynacare.ca/news/dynacare4diabetes.aspx

The South Asian community is at an increased risk for type 2 diabetes. And for Shawarma Khan and Green Carrot Juice Company owner Obby Khan, understanding the risk factors is critical to effective prevention and management. It can run in your family; it can run in your community. You’ve got to get tested to find out what you’re dealing with. In recognition of Diabetes Awareness Month, Dynacare and Diabetes Canada: Manitoba have launched Year 3 of our #Dynacare4Diabetes wel...lness initiative. For every A1C test taken at a Dynacare location until November 30, we’ll donate 50 cents to Diabetes Canada, up to a total of $25,000. To learn more, visit: https://www.dynacare.ca/news/dynacare4diabetes.aspx

Find out if you have had COVID-19 with a highly accurate blood test. Learn more at https://www.dynacare.ca/covid19-antibody-test.aspx

November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and as part of our #Dynacare4Diabetes wellness initiative with Diabetes Canada: Manitoba, we’re raising awareness about the risk factors for type 2 diabetes as well as the impacts on those living with this all-too-common disease. For individuals living with diabetes, maintaining a healthy diet plays an important role in managing the disease. This includes limiting portion sizes and sugars, eating plenty of vegetables and avoiding highly processed foods. Most importantly, though, it means consulting your doctor before making any changes to your meal plan. To learn more about meal planning while living with diabetes, visit Diabetes Canada: https://www.diabetes.ca/nutrition---fitness/meal-planning

Découvrez si vous avez eu la COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2) à l’aide d’un test sanguin très précis. Apprenez-en plus à https://www.dynacare.ca/covid19-antibody-test.aspx

We wish a safe and healthy Diwali to all who celebrate! From Dynacare, your partners in care.

We wish everyone a safe and healthy Thanksgiving. All of our locations are closed today, and we look forward to serving you after the holiday.

October 10 is World Mental Health Day, making it the perfect time to learn how the Genecept Assay can help doctors find the right mental health treatment for their patients. Up to half of all patients respond poorly to the first mental health medication they try. The Genecept Assay can help doctors understand how patients’ bodies will respond to different medications, in turn helping them find the right treatment so their patients can feel better, faster. To learn more, visit: https://dynacareonline.com/genecept/

Safeguarding your mental health will help you navigate periods of high anxiety and stress during COVID-19. To support the mental health of Canadians, Dynacare Plus has partnered with Beacon Digital Therapy to provide guided digital mental health therapy*. Digital mental health therapy by BEACON is all about building stronger resiliency through learning new coping skills to navigate life's challenges. You'll benefit from clinically proven Cognitive Behavioural Therapy delivered privately and securely to your digital device. You will learn to manage your thoughts and feelings and improve your mood - typically within weeks. To learn more, visit: https://www.dynacare.ca//dynacare-plus-expands-digital-off. * BEACON digital mental health therapy is available to Dynacare Plus members at preferred rates.

At Dynacare, the health and safety of our customers, employees and communities is our top priority and to keep everyone safe, we’ve added steps to our screening process. As a result, you may experience longer than estimated wait times at our collection centres. Where possible, we recommend checking in ahead of time with our Net Check In app to help reduce your time waiting. We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your cooperation, understanding and patience as we work together to keep our communities healthy and safe.

October is Women’s History Month in Canada, and each week we’re marking this important occasion by honouring outstanding Canadian women who embody the values that inspire us. Women like Dr. Irma Le Vasseur (1877-1964), the first French-Canadian woman to practice medicine in Canada. A pioneer in pediatric medicine, Dr. Le Vasseur demonstrated incredible compassion throughout her life, helping to found multiple children’s hospitals as well as a school for children with disabilities. To learn more, visit The Canadian Encyclopedia: https://www.thecanadianencyclopedia.ca//ar/irma-le-vasseur

If you’re visiting a Dynacare location, try our free Dynacare Net Check In app to reserve your spot online and help you maintain safe physical distancing. To learn more and download the app, visit: https://apps.apple.com///dynacare-net-check-in/id905479233

Have you already had COVID-19? Find out with new Health Canada approved Antibody Test from Dynacare. Learn more at https://www.dynacare.ca/covid19-antibody-test.aspx

Avez-vous déjà eu la COVID-19? Découvrez si c’est le cas à l’aide du nouveau test de dépistage d’anticorps approuvé par Santé Canada offert par Dynacare. Apprenez-en plus à https://www.dynacare.ca/covid19-antibody-test.aspx

October 5 to 9 is Customer Service Week, and we want to recognize our incredible teams across Canada who have gone above and beyond to support our customers and communities during these unprecedented times. Whether providing customer and client support, collecting and transporting specimens on our courier routes or supporting the health and safety of customers in our Laboratory and Health Services Centres (LHSCs), our dedicated teams continue to support our communities with compassion, dedication and the highest level of service. Thank you all for continued commitment to our customers, to our communities and to providing the best possible customer experience.