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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.

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

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

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

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