Health & Wellness
Virtual care to benefit district stroke patients
Wednesday, 3 March 2010 - 3:14pmLa Verendrye Hospital in Fort Frances recently hosted a “mock” consultation to highlight a new virtual program it is establishing that will help people who experience a stroke survive its debilitating effects.
Red Cross hoping to start district branch
Wednesday, 3 March 2010 - 2:33pmThey’re best known for responding to humanitarian crises around the world, but the Canadian Red Cross is hoping to increase its presence in Fort Frances and Rainy River District by forming a local branch council.
Hospital locks up dispensers
Thursday, 18 February 2010 - 2:45pm Manitoba’s largest hospital is locking some of its hand sanitizer dispensers to try to cut down on theft and potential abuse.
The move came after the Health Sciences Centre in Winnipeg realized as many as 116 bags of alcohol-based sanitizer were disappearing monthly from its wall dispensers.
‘Butting out’ certainly not easy to do
Wednesday, 10 February 2010 - 2:53pm Gerd O’Sullivan, a Northwestern Health Unit board member for the Rainy River District Municipal Association, quit smoking on Jan. 18—10 days after the birth of her newest grandson.
O’Sullivan is publicly sharing her experience in hopes of encouraging others to quit during the fifth-annual “Driven to Quit Challenge” hosted by the Canadian Cancer Society.
Sexual health in spotlight
Wednesday, 10 February 2010 - 2:51pm Feb. 12 celebrates Sexual and Reproductive Health Day, which aims to create awareness and providing information regarding sexual and reproductive health topics.
The focus for this year’s campaign is about increasing awareness of prevention, testing, and treatment of the sexually-transmitted infection (STI) chlamydia.
Health unit unveils new strategic plan
Wednesday, 3 February 2010 - 2:32pmThe Northwestern Health Unit has finalized a new strategic plan for 2010-12, with an emphasis on accountability, fiscal responsibility, partnerships, and measurable goals.
Saving power of the Gospel still available today
Wednesday, 27 January 2010 - 2:59pmBy Pastor S.V. Ward
The Apostolic Way
United Pentecostal Church
To a world ravaged by death and deceit, a common man came with an uncommon message and uncommon power!
The religious people despised him and the common people adored him.
His message was pure, but rejected by many.
Area paramedic raising money so she can help in Nicaragua
Wednesday, 27 January 2010 - 2:32pmNot only is Jody Hamilton looking to gain personal experience by volunteering this spring in Nicaragua, she’s also hoping to make a difference in the lives of the people who live there.
Know your rights on fitness memberships
Wednesday, 20 January 2010 - 2:46pm It’s a new year—and many people resolve to get fit and healthy by joining a fitness club.
But before signing up for a fitness membership, the province is reminding people of their rights under the Consumer Protection Act.
Consumers have the following rights, and can use these tips, when signing up for a gym membership.
Voyageur Lions partner with MedicAlert program
Wednesday, 20 January 2010 - 2:46pmThe Lions Clubs of Canada and the Canadian MedicAlert Foundation have come together to protect children attending St. Francis School here from unforeseen medical emergencies through the “No Child Without” program (NCW).





