When Desserts Become Deserts…
Picture a potluck table filled with casseroles, vegetables, salads, meat, fish, poultry, gravy and dessert after dessert after dessert. A smile crosses my face as I think about the many […]
Tag Archives: families
Perinatal Bereavement: Navigating the Loss
The birth of a baby is usually a joyous occasion. However, when the outcome of a pregnancy is not the one hoped for, people can feel devastated. In spite of […]
First Christmas in Our New Home – Carbonear Long-Term Care Facility
Our New Home With the holiday season upon us, it is important to stop and take a moment to reflect and appreciate those things that are truly important in our […]
Ensuring the Health of the Next Generation – Janeway Lifestyle Program
Would you be shocked if your young child was diagnosed with high blood pressure, high cholesterol, liver disease or diabetes? The fact is that chronic diseases have reached almost epidemic […]
The Impact of One: Improving Access to Health Care Among our Refugee Population
Sometimes you meet people, and you know they are special. That’s what happened when I met Barbara Albrechtsons. Originally from Calgary, Barbara has been a practising public health nurse for […]
A Tale of Four Homes: A Long-Term Halloween Tradition
Most people would consider Halloween as an occasion that is only meant for children. But the truth is, Halloween is celebrated across many generations – from children, to parents, to […]
Fresh, Frozen and Canned, You Say?
In my own home, like in many others, I promote healthy eating by offering a variety of vegetables and fruit. Although I try my best and healthy eating is important […]
Healthy Eating on a Budget
Eating a well-balanced, nutritious diet is one of the best ways to keep you and your family healthy. The benefits of healthy eating are plentiful, and are especially seen in […]
