World Hunger Day is May 28, and for a family health clinic, it is a day to acknowledge something that is easy to overlook in clinical practice: hunger is not an issue confined to distant places or emergency headlines. It is present in primary care waiting rooms across Canada, including ours.
This Mother’s Day, we celebrate the strength, care, and love that mothers bring into our lives every day. Whether you’re a mom, stepmom, grandmother, or mother figure, your presence makes a difference. Thank you for all that you do — today and always.
At Orleans Family Health Clinic (OFHC), we understand that health is more than just physical. It encompasses every aspect of your life, including your relationships. As family doctors, we see firsthand how a strong, committed relationship can be a powerful determinant of health. A good marriage is often equated to a healthy diet and regular exercise in its ability to prevent disease and improve survival rates from conditions like cardiovascular disease and cancer.
Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful, healthy Easter filled with happiness, fresh spring air—and yes, maybe a little chocolate too!
As we hop into the season, here are a few simple but helpful health tips from the teams at Centrum Pharmacy and Orleans Family Health Center:
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International Women’s Day is a time to recognize the achievements of women while also reflecting on the health challenges women continue to face—many of which remain underdiagnosed, undertreated, or misunderstood.
World Obesity Day, observed annually on March 4, highlights the global health impact of obesity and the importance of preventive care. At Orleans Family Health Clinic, we recognize that weight management is about more than appearance—it’s a crucial factor in chronic disease prevention and family wellness.
Medication timing changes affect drug levels, absorption, and effectiveness. Some drugs cannot be safely retimed without adjustment.
Conditions needing structured medication review include hypertension, heart disease, thyroid disease, mental health treatment, and seizure disorders.
Shingles is one of those conditions that most Canadians have heard of but few think will happen to them. The reality is different: approximately 1 in 3 Canadians will develop shingles in their lifetime, and the risk increases meaningfully with age. For adults over 50, shingles is not a remote possibility — it is a genuine and preventable health risk that belongs in a conversation with your family physician.
Ramadan is a sacred month of fasting, reflection, and discipline. For many families, it also raises important medical questions: Is fasting safe with my condition? Should my medications change? What symptoms mean I should stop fasting?
February is Heart Month — and with Valentine’s Day here, it’s the perfect time to talk about something many people overlook: the powerful connection between love, relationships, and heart health.