Marathon Family Health Team
22 Peninsula Road P0T2E0 Marathon, ON, Canada

After the holidays, many of us are looking to improve our eating habits, and support can often be helpful. The Healthy You program, offered by the Marathon Family Health Team, is a free online weekly lifestyle group that can help with this. Making lifestyle changes encouraged in this course can lead to improved blood sugars, blood pressure and cholesterol. We also promote a positive body image by learning about ways to feel good about yourself. To register, contact the Registered Dietitian at the Marathon Family Health Team by calling 229-1541x232 or emailing [email protected]. Or, schedule an appointment with the dietitian to talk about whether it’s right for you. Making lifestyle changes doesn’t have to be overwhelming; take it one step at a time, and use us for support!

If you have symptoms of COVID-19 or have tested positive for the virus (on a PCT or rapid test), please inform your close contacts. This includes anyone you were less than 2 metres away from for at least 15 minutes, or multiple shorter lengths of time without PPE, in the 48 hours before your symptoms began or your positive test result was received, whichever came first. Informing your contacts will help slow the spread of the virus in our communities.... Consider giving them the link to ontario.ca/exposed and letting them know to follow the advice for "being exposed to someone who has tested positive for COVID-19".

Trying new recipes can keep the family interested in vegetables. Here’s a new tasty way to make use of cabbage, along with other ideas for how to use what's left over.

The Marathon Family Health Team and the North of Superior Healthcare Group are reporting 10 new positive cases of COVID-19 in the Marathon catchment area. Four of the positive cases were confirmed through PCR testing and six were self-reported positive rapid tests. As rapid tests are voluntarily reported and PCR tests are limited to high-risk individuals, we estimate that the number of cases reported significantly underestimate the true number of people with COVID-19 in our ...communities. For this reason, reported case numbers should be interpreted with caution and should only be used as a signal that COVID-19 is circulating in our communities. Thank you to the individuals who self-reported their positive rapid test by emailing [email protected]. For more information, please visit: https://mfht.org/2020/12/15/local-covid-19-case-information/

Public health is offering a drop-in COVID-19 vaccination clinic on January 26th. Head down to the Legion if you would like to receive a 1st, 2nd or 3rd dose.

The next COVID-19 vax clinic in Marathon will be on January 26th. Appointments are available for 1st, 2nd and 3rd doses. You can book an appointment through the Provincial Booking System: http://covid19.ontariohealth.ca but if you're having issues with this, please call the Marathon public health office at 807-229-1820. If there is no answer, please leave a voicemail and someone will return your call.

Not sure what to make for dinner this weekend? Buy two cans of chickpeas then take out your slow cooker for this delicious & fast vegetarian recipe! Just set it and forget it. https://detoxinista.com/wprm_print/26783 Here are a few tips: ... -Add sliced carrots to the mix for extra veggies (or serve cucumber slices on the side) -Unless you have an allergy to gluten, low sodium soy sauce can be used instead of the tamari from the ingredient list -Add more liquid to the slow cooker if you want a bit more sauce -Try brown or wild rice instead of white rice See more

The Marathon Family Health Team and the North of Superior Healthcare Group are reporting 13 new positive cases of COVID-19 in our catchment area. Six of the positive cases were confirmed through PCR testing and seven were self-reported positive rapid tests. As rapid test results are voluntarily reported, we estimate that the number of cases reported significantly underestimate the true number of people with COVID-19 in our communities. For this reason, reported case numbers ...should be interpreted with caution and should only be used as a signal that COVID-19 is circulating in our communities. Thank you to the individuals who self-reported their positive rapid test by emailing [email protected]. For more information, please visit: https://mfht.org/2020/12/15/local-covid-19-case-information/

Drop-in COVID-19 vax appointments for kids 5-11 years of age available at the Legion until 6:30pm. First come, first serve!Drop-in COVID-19 vax appointments for kids 5-11 years of age available at the Legion until 6:30pm. First come, first serve!

To complete your COVID-19 vaccine consent form, please visit: https://covid.mfht.org/ Paper consent forms can also be picked up at the clinic.

COVID-19 vaccination clinic schedule The MFHT will be hosting COVID-19 immunization clinics on June 3rd and June 17th. Please see below to find out who is now eligible for first and second doses of the Pfizer vaccine. Eligibility for first doses... All individuals 12+ Eligibility for second doses High-risk healthcare workers Indigenous adults and their household members Caregivers of seniors living in congregate settings Individuals who received a first dose on March 2 or March 4, 2021 If you meet the eligibility criteria above, you can request an appointment by visiting https://mfht.org/book-your-covid-19-vaccine/ or by calling 807-229-3243. Please note: booking will close on Tuesday, June 1st at 5:00pm for the June 3rd clinic.

The Marathon Family Health Team and the North of Superior Healthcare Group are reporting one (1) new positive case of COVID-19 in Marathon. There are currently two (2) active cases in the community. For more information, please visit: https://mfht.org/2020/12/15/local-covid-19-case-information/

The Marathon Family Health Team and the North of Superior Healthcare Group are reporting one (1) new positive case of COVID-19 in Marathon. There is currently one active case in Marathon. The individual who recently tested positive was exposed to the virus through close contact. While the province works on safely reopening, everyone is encouraged to avoid indoor get-togethers with individuals who are not from their households. Recently, the Ministry of Health also announced that outdoor gatherings of five (5) people or less are permitted. Maintaining physical distance, even when socializing outdoors, can help keep these encounters as low risk as possible. For more information, please visit: https://mfht.org/2020/12/15/local-covid-19-case-information/

The Marathon Family Health Team and the North of Superior Healthcare Group are reporting that both positive cases of COVID-19 in Marathon have been deemed resolved by the Thunder Bay District Health Unit. There are currently zero (0) active cases in our community. Both newly resolved cases were confirmed as being U.K. variants of concern. So far, evidence suggests that variants of concern spread more easily than the original strain, meaning they are more contagious. They may ...also cause more severe illness. While the variants of concern spread more easily, they spread in the same way as original COVID-19. This means the same types of preventive strategies will be effective. However, these variants can more easily take advantage of any relaxation of those preventive measures. This reinforces the importance of staying vigilant as more individuals in our communities and across the province become fully vaccinated. There is also some concern that COVID-19 vaccines are not as effective at protecting us from variant strains of COVID-19. But as more research is being done, experts are reporting that vaccines still appear to provide excellent protection against COVID-19 for those who are fully vaccinated. For example, the Pfizer vaccine seems to be 89% effective at protecting individuals from any infection from the U.K. variant and 94% to 97% effective at protecting against severe disease, hospitalization and death from any variant of concern. Continuing to follow public health measures and seeking COVID-19 vaccination are great ways to protect yourself and your loved ones from COVID-19 and variants of concern.

On May 20th, 2021, another 498 doses of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine were safely administered in Marathon. Currently, 63% of eligible individuals in our catchment population have received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine and 20% have received both doses. The Marathon Family Health Team is very pleased to have been able to efficiently put 996 vaccines into arms over the last two weeks. We look forward to continuing to offer up to 500 eligible individuals with first an...d second doses of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine at our upcoming clinic on June 3rd, 2021. Since early March, first doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered to: Adults 30+ years of age Essential workers 18+ years of age Some essential workers 12+ years of age Individuals with priority health conditions 12+ years of age Second doses have been and administered to some of the following: Seniors living in congregate settings Some individuals with highest risk health conditions, including those with organ transplants and who are on active cancer treatment High-risk healthcare workers, including all hospital and clinic staff and providers, as well as first responders Essential care partners of seniors living in congregate settings Indigenous adults and their household members At this time, all individuals 18 years and older are eligible to receive a first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. Some children and youth between the ages of 12 to 17 years of age, including essential workers and those with priority health conditions, can also request vaccination appointments. If you haven’t received your first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine yet, we encourage you to request an appointment by visiting our website at: https://mfht.org/book-your-covid-19-vaccine/. Please note: the community vaccination goal has been updated to include community members aged 12 and older.

The Screen for Life Coach is coming to Marathon June 10th to June 17th and it's not too late to book an appointment! The Screen for Life Coach offers the following cancer screening services: Cervical cancer screening for women aged 21-69 years ... Breast cancer screening for women aged 50-74 years Colon Cancer screening for men and women aged 50- 74 years See more

For National Eating Disorders Awareness Week, we’re diving into why they might be underreported or underdiagnosed. Check out the Q&A pictures to learn more, and stay tuned for more posts this week about getting help.

We are reporting 0 (zero) new cases of COVID-19 in Marathon. To continue this trend, it is strongly advised that we: stay at home as much as possible only leave the house for essential trips stay at home when ill, even with mild symptoms... avoid social gatherings limit close contact to our household (the people we live with) work from home if possible avoid non-essential travel For more information https://mfht.org/2020/12/15/local-covid-19-case-information/

Check out this easy healthy soup that fits in the Mediterranean diet. This recipe is also vegetarian-friendly the chickpeas and lentils are sources of protein that are also packed with fiber for a great Meatless Monday option. https://mfht.org//crockpot-moroccan-lentil-and-chickpea-s/

Sometimes after vaccination, the process of building immunity can cause symptoms. These symptoms are normal and are a sign that the body is building immunity.

The Marathon Family Health Team and the North of Superior Healthcare Group, along with Valard Construction, are issuing a joint announcement that five positive cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed at the Valard Construction camp located on Stevens Avenue in Marathon. For more information, please read the following announcement: https://mfht.org//five-positive-cases-of-covid-19-are-con/

Local vaccine planning update The MFHT is leading the COVID-19 vaccine planning efforts in Marathon and we want to assure you that we have a strategy in place to safely, quickly and effectively administer the COVID-19 vaccine as soon as it becomes available locally. By clicking on the link below you will find answers to some of the questions we have been receiving regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and our local vaccine plan.... https://mfht.org//answers-to-your-local-vaccine-planning-/

The COVID-19 vaccines are considered safe for most people. However, some groups of people may need to speak with their healthcare provider before getting the vaccine to make sure it’s the best choice for them.

We are reporting zero (0) new cases of COVID-19 in Marathon. As the province heads out of lockdown next week, everyone is encouraged to continue following public health advice in order to keep themselves and our communities safe. For more information https://mfht.org/2020/12/15/local-covid-19-case-information/

The Marathon Family Health Team and the North of Superior Healthcare Group want to assure our communities that we are working hard to get the vaccine to our communities in a timely manner and that the vaccine will eventually be offered to all who want it.

We want to help answer your questions about the COVID-19 vaccine. Let us know what you're wondering about so we can provide you with the information you are looking for. *Spoiler alert*: a few local healthcare providers may be working on preparing a COVID-19 vaccine Q&A session.

Please help the MFHT better manage appointment requests by utilizing our online booking options. We are concerned that our patients are having difficulty contacting us by phone due to some technical difficulties and the increasing demand on our phone lines. Requesting appointments online will help us connect with you more efficiently since we can deploy multiple staff to manage the email appointment requests. Please remember that your healthcare providers want to see you if you are feeling unwell or have any medical concerns that are not related to COVID-19. Although some of our services may be delivered differently during the COVID-19 era, we remain committed to providing our patients with quality and comprehensive care.

The MFHT wants to assure our patients and community members that we have a strategy in place to help support those who test positive for COVID-19 in our communities. The following article provides a basic outline of the steps that will be taken to care for and manage each individual who tests positive for COVID-19 locally: https://mfht.org//what-to-expect-if-you-test-positive-for/

We understand that some individuals are concerned about how quickly the COVID-19 vaccines were made. Let us explain how this was possible and why this scientific advancement should be celebrated.

Looking for festive and nutritious snack ideas? Try making some gingerbread-apple muffins or some cinnamon nutmeg spiced nuts. Find the recipes here https://mfht.org/2020/12/16/festive-and-nutritious-snacks/

Did you know that when you get vaccinated, you’re protecting yourself and your community? This concept is called ‘community immunity’ or herd immunity. And it’s an important reason for you and your family to get vaccinated so you can help keep yourselves and your community healthy. Take a look at the other benefits of getting the COVID-19 vaccine below.

The holiday season often brings joy through family and religious gatherings, but it will look different this year in the COVID-19 pandemic. With some work, it is still possible to have a safe holiday connecting with loved ones over food despite the limitations with travel and social gatherings. Some tips to stay healthy and happy over the holidays include practicing food safety, connecting with others virtually and understanding how to share food with others if you wish to do so. For more information, please see the following article: https://mfht.org//celebrating-the-holidays-with-food-duri/

For more information, please read the following article https://mfht.org///the-covid-19-pandemic-why-all-the-fuss/ North of Superior Healthcare Group

The Marathon Family Health Team and the North of Superior Healthcare Group are announcing the 17th positive case of COVID-19 in Marathon. For more information on positive cases of COVID-19 in our communities, please visit MFHT’s website: https://mfht.org/2020/12/15/local-covid-19-case-information/

Mental health is an important men’s health issue because 1 in 10 Canadian men will experience major depression throughout their lives. In fact, 3 of 4 deaths by suicide are men. Therefore, it’s important to encourage men to be proactive about their mental health, to be aware of risk factors and symptoms, and to stay connected with their friends and family. Many men have reported that they would feel uncomfortable to ask for help. If you want to talk or if you want to reach ou...t to a friend or family member who is struggling, you’re encouraged to start that conversation today. It’s not always easy, but it’s important. If you have been feeling down or overwhelmed about life, here are some ideas to get you started: 1. Talk to someone you trust, especially when things are tough. 2. Get moving. Exercise does great things to your body and mind. 3. Take a break You don’t need to solve every challenge today, so give yourself some downtime. 4. Get out and do something you enjoy with a friend. 5. If you’ve tried some of the things above and still feel down, then talk to a professional for advice and support.

Young men between the ages of 15 to 29 years are at higher risk of developing testicular cancer. The following may increase a man’s risk of developing testicular cancer: family history previous occurrence of testicular cancer... undescended testes at birth, and calcium deposits in the testicles. Regular testicular self-examination (once per month) is one of the best ways to detect early signs of testicular cancer. In fact, the best place to perform a self-check is in the shower. If you notice a change in size or shape, a lump that wasn’t there previously, or if they become painful to touch, please speak with your health care provider.

Men's risk of developing prostate cancer will depend on factors like their age, family history and ethnicity (i.e. African American men are more at risk). Not every man will experience symptoms of prostate cancer; however, some signs and symptoms of prostate cancer include: frequent urination, painful or burning urination,... difficulty starting urination or holding back urine, blood in urine, and/or frequent pain or stiffness in the lower back, hips, or upper thighs. Often times, signs of prostate cancer are first detected by a doctor during a routine check-up. Therefore, recognizing symptoms and regular check-ups are the best ways to detect prostate cancer early. Men over 50 years of age have the option of getting tested for early detection of prostate cancer by having a PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen) blood test. This simple blood test may be used to help detect prostate cancer early. If detected early, prostate cancer survival rates are better than 98%. Therefore, if you are 50 years of age or older, consider talking to your family physician about whether you should have a PSA test. If you are of African or Caribbean descent or if you have a father or brother with prostate cancer in their history, start that conversation at the age of 45 years old.

Let's PLAY! The Northern Ontario School of Medicine (NOSM) is giving individuals and communities the chance to win $1000 and $10,000, respectively. Register today to answer some trivia questions related to health care in Ontario and to help the Marathon Family Health Team win! The more questions you answer correctly, the more points you earn for yourself and our communities! https://www.thenosmchallenge.ca/

Dr. Sayali Tadwalkar, family physician at the MFHT and Chief of Staff at NOSH, updates us on the local COVID-19 situation. Take a look at this video for more information on current positive cases, how our healthcare team and public health are working together and the COVID-19 vaccine. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QYOHqnj9roc

The Marathon Family Health Team and the North of Superior Healthcare Group are announcing the 16th positive case of COVID-19 in Marathon. There are currently 12 active cases in the community. For more information, please read the following announcement: https://mfht.org//additional-positive-case-of-covid-19-in/

Movember (formerly known as November) aims to raise awareness for men’s health issues. Why? Because men experience worse longer-term health than women and, on average, die six years earlier from largely preventable reasons. Movember is a time to share education about some of the biggest health issues faced by men. Education and awareness about these issues can lead men to living healthier, happier and longer lives. It can also reduce the number of preventable deaths.

Well-designed and well-fitting masks or face coverings can prevent the spread of your infectious respiratory droplets. They may also help protect you from the infectious respiratory droplets of others. How well a mask or face covering works depends on the materials used, how the mask is made, and most importantly, how well it fits. For this reason, recommendations for homemade or purchased masks have been recently updated in Canada. In light of these changes, some organizatio...ns in our communities have changed their mask policies. These policies have been put in place to help better protect you. It’s important to note that wearing any type of mask is better than not wearing one at all, but for the best protection, face coverings should: be made of at least 3 layers (2 layers should be tightly woven material fabric, such as cotton or linen and the third (middle) layer should be a filter-type fabric, such as non-woven polypropylene fabric) be large enough to completely and comfortably cover the nose, mouth and chin without gaping allow for easy breathing fit securely to the head with ties or ear loops be comfortable and not require frequent adjustments be changed as soon as possible if damp or dirty maintain its shape after washing and drying The CDC has great advice for those who are looking for more information: https://www.cdc.gov//prevent-get/about-face-coverings.html

REMINDER Tomorrow, Dec 11th is the last day to nominate a COVID Champion! Do you know someone who deserves to be recognized for being a COVID Champion? A COVID Champion can be a person of any age from Marathon, Biigtigong Nishaabeg or Netmizaaggamig Nishnaabeg who has made a positive difference in our communities since the beginning of the pandemic. If you know someone that has shown kindness, offered support or who has helped keep your spirits up during these difficult... times, please take a few moments to nominate them. They may end up getting Ninja’d (surprised) by MFHT! The nomination process is easy! Email [email protected] by December 11th to nominate someone. Please include their name and one reason why they deserve to be recognized. MFHT will randomly choose 10 nominees that will be left a special gift from the MFHT Holiday Ninja! As a thank you from all of their fellow community members, all nominees will be recognized on MFHT’s Facebook page and in the Marathon Mercury

Community Services & Recreation is offering FREE public skating on Mondays & Wednesdays from 10:35 to 11:55am!

Did you know that you can now request an appointment online? Take a look at the poster below for more information. If you prefer calling, you can reach us at 807-229-3243.

The Marathon Family Health Team and the North of Superior Healthcare Group are announcing the 13th, 14th and 15th positive cases of COVID-19 in Marathon. Please see the following announcement for more information: https://mfht.org//additional-cases-of-covid-19-in-maratho/

Getting a vaccine can be stressful for some children. With some preparation and kid-friendly explanation, parents can help to make vaccine visits easier and less stressful. Take a look at MFHT's "how to" guide to help you prepare your child for their immunization https://mfht.org//preparing-your-child-for-their-immuniz/

The Marathon Family Health Team and the North of Superior Healthcare Group are announcing the 11th and 12th cases of COVID-19. For more information, please see the following announcement: https://mfht.org//additional-cases-of-covid-19-in-marathon/

The Marathon Family Health Team and the North of Superior Healthcare Group are announcing the 8th, 9th and 10th positive cases of COVID-19 in Marathon. Please read the following announcement for more information: https://mfht.org//additional-confirmed-cases-of-covid-19-/

Marathon Family Health team will be offering immunization appointments to help you keep your children up to date on their immunizations. Please read the letter below for more information.

Sarah O’Quinn, Registered Practical Nurse at the MFHT, shares some tips on how to self-isolate when you live with other people. Take a look! For more self-isolation tips from Sarah (including how to use separate bathrooms and steps to follow to safety go outside), please check out MFHT's website: https://mfht.org//how-to-self-isolate-when-you-live-with-/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zeKqGgR65GE&t=3s

Self-isolation helps to protect others by limiting the further spread of COVID-19 in our communities. We want to thank everyone who takes on this responsibility and stays home when they are advised to do so by a public health authority or a healthcare professional. Click and scroll through the images to learn more about self-isolation and for some tips on how to do it properly. If you have any questions about self-isolation, please contact the TBDHU at 807-625-5900. Since self-isolation can be more challenging when you live with other people, we'll be sharing a video demonstration with you this afternoon. Stay tuned!

MFHT is on the move! In times of COVID-19, we found ourselves needing a little extra motivation to increase our weekly physical activity minutes, so we decided to participate in the Great Big Move challenge from October 1st to October 31st. You can join us by downloading the ParticipACTION app and gathering with a few friends, family members or co-workers. Did we mention that you can win some amazing prizes?... For more information https://www.participaction.com/en-ca/programs/app

The Marathon Family Health Team and the North of Superior Healthcare Group are announcing the 6th and 7th cases of COVID-19 in Marathon. Please read the following announcement for more information: https://mfht.org//seven-confirmed-cases-of-covid-19-in-ma/

MFHT commemorates #OrangeShirtDay

Over the last few weeks, educational institutions have been working hard to plan a safe return to school. The school boards in our catchment area have adopted policies and procedures, based on provincial and public health recommendations, to help protect their students and staff during the school year. Below you will find MFHT’s interpretation of the advice that is being shared with students and their families. It is our hope that this summary will help parents and caregivers understand when it’s considered safe/unsafe to send their child(ren) to school. https://mfht.org//a-safe-return-to-school-in-the-time-of-/

Taking care of our hearts is more important than ever. That's because individuals with heart disease are more at risk of getting an infection and developing severe complications from COVID-19. We need to work together and do our best to protect the most vulnerable people in our communities. This means continuing to wash our hands, practicing physical distancing and wearing a face mask when a 2-meter distance can’t be maintained and staying home when we are sick.

This year on World Heart Day, everyone is invited to USE to beat cardiovascular disease. One way to #useheart is to make better choices and take small steps to keep your heart healthy. Check out how by clicking on the link below!... https://www.world-heart-federation.org/worl/better-choices/

Today, September 29th, is World Heart Day. Learn more about #WorldHeartDay and what this year's theme of #UsingHeart is all about by watching the video below. https://www.youtube.com/watch

Last chance to register for this new program starting Wednesday! Call or email Michelle at 229-1541x232 or [email protected].

Talk4Healing is a great resource that offers 24/7 help, support and resources for Indigenous women, by Indigenous women, all across Ontario. The services are fully grounded in Indigenous culture, wisdom and tradition. *Talk: Call 1-855-554-HEAL and live support will be there to listen, any time of day... *Text: Simply send a message to receive support anywhere *Chat: Click on the live chat option and start your session to begin your path to healing https://www.talk4healing.com/about/

Starting September 29th, celebrate #WorldHeartDay by using heart to beat cardiovascular disease. Using heart is about understanding what it takes to make changes that will help keep your heart healthy, being a positive role-model for your loved ones, and acting in a way that will help keep those with underlying heart conditions safe in the time of COVID-19. To learn more about how to #useheart, please read the following article: https://mfht.org//24/useheart-to-beat-cardiovascular-dise/

A FREE Online Postpartum Depression (PPD) Treatment Workshop is being offered by McMaster University as part of a research study. This can be a great opportunity for women experiencing PPD who are looking for additional tools and support. Any woman who has been feeling down, depressed or anxious after having a baby, who is over the age of 18, and has a baby under 12 months can participate in the workshops. For more information or to register, click on the link below.

Effective today, September 19th, there is a new limit for unmonitored social gatherings across the province. See the link below for more information.

Who else is taking advantage of the changing seasons to experiment with fall-inspired recipes? This apple turkey burger recipe looks delicious! Consider pairing it up with coleslaw or broccoli salad. https://www.liver.ca/recipe-apple-turkey-burgers/

Children and youth need the right balance throughout their day to help them learn, grow and develop. This includes getting enough sleep, consuming nutritious food and drinks, being physically active, and managing stress. Participating in these healthy behaviours can also keep their immune system working properly, which can reduce their risk of getting colds, flu, and other viruses such as COVID-19. To help keep your kids and family healthy this school year, consider applying Marathon Family Health Team’s five back-to-school health tips. Click here for more information on how to apply these tips https://mfht.org//09/17/mfhts-healthy-back-to-school-tips/

As part of MFHT's efforts to keep our patients, healthcare providers and staff safe, you may be offered a phone or video appointment. Here are some tips to help you prepare for your virtual appointment.

Keeping up with healthy behaviors can be challenging in times of stress, and though Covid-19 restrictions loosened this summer, most of us still need to adapt in some way to the Covid-19 pandemic. If you’re concerned your self-care and food choices are affected, consider kick-starting new habits by joining the Emotional Eating & Cravings Management online group. This group program can help with a number of different struggles by developing skills and encouraging practicing them between sessions. To register, call Michelle Stevens (Registered Dietitian) at 229-1541 ext. 232 or email [email protected]. For more information, please take a look at the following article: https://mfht.org//feel-powerless-over-food-no-more-family/

When it comes to helping our kids mentally prepare for this school year, we could all use a few more tools in our back-to-school toolbox. Let us help you navigate this https://cmho.org/back-to-school/ #kidscantwait

MFHT has resumed regular business hours. A reminder that our phone lines are closed from 12:30pm to 1:30pm from Monday to Friday.

Kids are at school shaping their future for most of the week. What they eat affects everything from their health to their learning, so it’s helpful for them to get tasty nutritious food at school and/or at home. In the following article, Michelle Stevens (Registered Dietitian) shares some tips on how to prepare a great lunch and how to tackle picky eating. https://mfht.org//back-to-school-planning-lunches-and-sna/

The new school year is around the corner, and it may look different from usual. Canada’s food guide can help. Whether you’re packing lunches and snacks for school or eating at home, involve your kids in planning and preparation. This helps them develop important food skills and healthy eating habits that will last a lifetime. Try these ideas: Let them choose. Sit down together and make a list of different meals and snacks your kids enjoy. Make sure the list includes a varie...ty of vegetables, fruits, whole grain foods and protein foods. Assign a task. Young kids can wash vegetables and fruits. Older kids can assemble their own meals and snacks. Try new recipes together. Swap kid-friendly recipes with friends or find recipes online. Let your kids choose ones that look good to them. Encourage learning. Talk to your kids about what makes a healthy meal. https://food-guide.canada.ca//involving-kids-in-planning-/