Lakeridge Health Bowmanville Seeks Volunteers
May 18th, 2012 | Comments (0)
The Treats and Treasures Cafe at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville is looking for volunteers to assists with various weekend shifts and would love to hear from anyone looking to support the community. The cafe carries baked goods, refreshments, home decor, gift items, clothing, books and much more. Anyone interested in becoming a volunteer may call 905-623-3331 x1387 or x1288 or you can visit the website at www.lakeridgehealth.on.ca.
Month of May dedicated to the fight against MS
May 17th, 2012 | Comments (0)
The month of May is being dedicated to the fight against MS. The number of those impacted by the neurological disease is increasing, and currently there are about 1,000 sufferers in Durham Region. Spokesperson with the MS Society of Durham Region, Mike Roche, says there is no cure, but the disease can be treated effectively through different types of therapy. Roche says there are a wide range of symptoms, including double vision, fatigue, hearing loss and balance problems. More information can be found by clicking here.
Some school cafeterias blame healthy eating options for a drop in profits
May 16th, 2012 | Comments (0)
Dalton McGuinty says his responsibility is to make sure kids are eating healthy, even if that means school cafeterias go out of business. The Premier’s comments come in the wake of a statement by the Toronto District School Board, saying some cafeterias may close because they’re making as little as $35 a week. Some cafeterias have been making less, because they’ve had to cut options from their menu that don’t meet provincial guidelines.
Doctors being told to look for work outside of Ontario
May 16th, 2012 | Comments (0)
Doctors in Ontario are being told it’s time to look for work elsewhere. The Coalition of Family Physicians and Specialists of Ontario warns impending fee cuts by the McGuinty government pose a threat to the medical profession and patient safety. Premier Dalton McGuinty says Ontario doctors are among the best paid in the country, and he’s not concerned that they’ll leave the province.
Ontario Health Coalition warns about impending cuts
May 15th, 2012 | Comments (0)
Citizens across Ontario are being asked to stand up and protect their health care programs. The Ontario Health Coalition is warning a slew of cuts are coming, and Durham spokesperson Trish McAuliffe says they’ll be holding town hall style meetings in 15 communities, including Oshawa, to gauge public reaction. McAuliffe says those most in need, including seniors, will be hurt most by the cuts. The Oshawa meeting will be held at 7:30 p.m., May 15th at the Northview Community Centre at 150 Beatrice Street East.
Province to hire 900 more nurses this year
May 11th, 2012 | Comments (0)
The province has announced plans to hire 900 more nurses this year. Officials say they’ll focus on getting patients out of hospitals and into nursing homes and community-based care. The aim is to free up beds in hospitals that are often occupied by patients who should be getting care elsewhere, which can lead to backlogged emergency departments.
Recall issued for electric toothbrush
May 10th, 2012 | Comments (0)
A recall has been issued for a certain kind of electric toothbrush. “Spinbrush Pro Clean Sonic Recharge Toothbrushes” are being voluntarily recalled by Church and Dwight Canada. Officials say a problem with charging bases overheating can lead to fire, shock or burns. For complete details, click here.
Canadian Diabetes Association gets a $100,000 boost
May 10th, 2012 | Comments (0)
The Canadian Diabetes Association has received a $100,000 boost. Chartwell Seniors Housing owns and operates more than 180 retirement and long term care homes across Canada, and made the cheque presentation in Oshawa Thursday, at The Wynfield. The funds were raised through a variety of local fundraisers and corporate donations over the year.
Durham health organizations team up to work on integration plan
May 10th, 2012 | Comments (0)
Several community-based health organizations have teamed up to work on integration plan to meet the needs of Durham’s aging population. Communications lead for the Central East LHIN, Katie Cronin-Wood, says ten facilities, including the Oshawa Community Centre, Durham Hospice and Community Care Durham will be looking for ways to save money and provide better service to residents. According to CEO Deborah Hammonds, the changes need to be made now, as over the next ten years, demand for community-based services is expected to increase by 26 per cent. For more information, click here.
Residents encouraged to celebrate the work done by nurses this week
May 9th, 2012 | Comments (0)
A celebration of the work nurses do and the care they provide is taking place, during this, ‘Nurses Week’. Officials say there are there are almost 100,000 Registered Nurses in Ontario, plus another 33,000 Registered Practical Nurses, Nurse Practitioners and Home Care Nurses. CEO of the Registered Nurses Association of Ontario, Doris Grinspun says nurses provide expertise, in all kinds of settings, including hospitals, clinics and long-term care homes. Grinspun says their organization is also trying to improve care for patients, by having rules changed so nurses can prescribe medications and do physical assessments.
New report claims more Canadians surviving battles with cancer
May 9th, 2012 | Comments (0)
New figures released claim the cancer death rate is declining in Canada. The Canadian Cancer Society report says nearly 100,000 lives have been saved over the past 20 years due in part to improved treatments for a variety of cancers including prostate, breast and colorectal. The main driver is believed to be that fewer men are dying of lung cancer, which remains the number-one cancer killer in the country.
Lakeridge Health nurse nationally recognized
May 7th, 2012 | Comments (0)
Lakeridge Health Nurse, Joni Mountford, has been named Canada’s Nursing Hero by leading health care publication, Hospital News. Mountford was recognized with the national award for her outstanding work creating the Lakeridge Health Port Perry GIVE Program, designed to help seniors feel less isolated and lonely. GIVE’s program allows teen volunteers to create relationships with senior patients. Since 2007, over two dozen students have completed the program, which shows no signs of slowing down.
