As the school year begins, it’s crucial to focus on providing children with proper nutrition. A well-balanced diet is essential not only for physical health but also for cognitive development, concentration, and overall energy levels. Here are some key strategies to ensure your children are well-nourished and Back to School: Essential Health Tips for Families in Ottawa.
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As children return to the classroom this fall, Ottawa Public Health (OPH) is urging families to take proactive steps to prevent the spread of infectious diseases. With the fall season approaching, the likelihood of respiratory illnesses, including COVID-19, influenza (flu), and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), increases. Ensuring your child’s health and safety is paramount, and OPH has shared crucial information to help keep your family healthy throughout the school year.
As the back-to-school season approaches, parents and guardians are busy preparing their children for a successful year ahead. Amidst the excitement of new school supplies and meeting new friends, it’s crucial to prioritize your child’s health. One of the most important steps you can take is ensuring that their vaccinations are up to date.
When parents think of food allergies, they typically picture sudden, dramatic symptoms: hives breaking out within minutes, facial swelling, or breathing difficulties requiring an immediate injection of epinephrine. However, there is a lesser-known, non-classic type of food allergy that looks completely different, often leaving parents and even healthcare providers searching for answers.
It is called Food Protein-Induced Enterocolitis Syndrome (FPIES). Because its symptoms are delayed and mimic common childhood illnesses, it is frequently misdiagnosed.
In today’s digital age, screen time has become an integral part of daily life for children and teenagers. While technology offers numerous educational and entertainment benefits, it’s crucial to manage screen time to ensure the overall well-being of our youth. Striking a balance between digital and real-life activities can help promote healthier lifestyles and better mental and physical health.
For years, public health experts believed traditional cigarette smoking was steadily fading among younger generations. In many ways, the data supported that optimism. Smoking rates among Canadian teens and young adults dropped significantly over the past two decades due to aggressive public health campaigns, taxation, graphic warning labels, indoor smoking bans, and widespread education about cancer and cardiovascular disease.
But culture often moves differently than statistics.
At Orleans Family Health Clinic, we care about your health before, during, and after pregnancy—and that includes dads-to-be.
A compelling new study from the University of Toronto is changing the way we think about family health. Researchers found that a father’s weight at the time of conception can influence a child’s growth and long-term risk of obesity—and not just in small ways.
When the temperature soars, many of us instinctively reach for a cold shower to cool off. It feels refreshing — but it might not be doing what you think. In fact, a cold shower on a hot day can actually interfere with your body’s ability to cool down, and in rare cases, it may even pose health risks.
At Orléans Family Health Clinic, we want to help you understand how your body manages heat and how to cool down safely and effectively during extreme summer weather.
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Runny nose? Sneezing? Itchy eyes? Nasal congestion?
If seasonal allergies are making it difficult to enjoy your day, sleep comfortably, focus at work, or participate in outdoor activities, you do not need to wait weeks for a doctor’s appointment.
The First Wednesday in June, June 3rd this year, is Global Running Day. At Orleans Family Health Clinic, we celebrate movement, motivation, and the joy of running. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just starting out, this day is a reminder that every step brings you closer to better health.
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