September is right around the corner, which means it’s almost time to go back to #school! Help set your kids up for success by encouraging healthy routines: - Eat a balanced diet - Keep a consistent sleep time - Limit screens before bed

Ontario is taking the next step to make it faster for people to connect to surgeries and procedures by adding 60,000 more gastrointestinal endoscopy procedures at community surgical and diagnostic centres across the province each year. Learn more: news.ontario.ca/en/release/100…

#DYK children are more susceptible to heatstroke than adults because their bodies overheat 3 to 5 times faster? Learn the signs and symptoms of heatstroke. Visit: ontario.ca/page/extreme-h…

If you’ve been bitten by mosquitos recently and are experiencing symptoms such as fever, headache, body aches and/or nausea, contact a health care provider, local public health unit or visit health811.ontario.ca to learn about #WestNileVirus.

DYK: Ticks can survive a cycle through the washing machine. Kill any ticks that might be on your clothing by putting your clothes in a dryer on high heat for at least 10 minutes before washing them. Get more tips to stay tick-free: ontario.ca/ticks #TickPrevention.

With back to school starting next week, it's important to ensure your kids are up to date on all their routine vaccinations for this school year, such as whooping cough. Learn more about recommended vaccines to protect your family: ontario.ca/page/ontarios-….

Looking for programs and services to keep seniors fit, active, healthy, and connected? We’ve made it easier to search for them at ontario.ca/Seniors Try it today! #WorkingForSeniors Ontario Ministry of Health

We’ve made it easier to renew your health card online! You can now renew without the need to renew your driver's licence at the same time. Renew today at ontario.ca/RenewHealthCard

Symptoms of #LymeDisease, anaplasmosis, babesiosis, and Powassan virus usually appear within 3-30 days after a bite from an infected blacklegged tick. If you develop symptoms, call your local #PublicHealth unit or health care provider right away. ontario.ca/ticks

A healthy lunchbox makes a big difference in your child's learning experience. Some tips: 1) Include a variety of fruits and veggies 2) Whole grains instead of refined grains 3) Add protein like lean meats or beans Learn more: ontario.ca/page/healthy-c….

📢 Students 📢 #DYK OHIP+ covers the cost of more than 5,000 prescription drug products at no cost for anyone age 24 years or younger who is not covered by a private plan? Learn more about OHIP+: ontario.ca/page/learn-abo….

Last year, Ontario invested $6.9M in groundbreaking gene therapy for Inherited Retinal Disease. Luxturna is the first targeted gene therapy approved by Health Canada, offering hope to patients facing blindness. A decades-long wait for the vision community is finally over.

It’s estimated that at least 4% of Canadians have Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). That’s over 1.5 million people. To find support in your area, visit: ontario.ca/FASD #FASDday #FASDawareness #FASDMonth2024

DYK: Most cases of #LymeDisease can be treated with antibiotics, and pharmacists can now prescribe medication to treat tick bites to prevent Lyme disease. Learn about the prescriptions for common ailments you can get through your local pharmacy: ontario.ca/page/pharmacie….

There is no cure for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) but there are supports that can help people with FASD reach their full potential. Learn more: ontario.ca/FASD #FASDday #FASDawareness #FASDMonth2024

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is a hidden disability and often under-recognized. There is no connection between a person’s physical features and the impact FASD can have on their brain and body. Learn more: ontario.ca/FASD #FASDday #FASDAwareness #FASDMonth

Today is #WorldSuicidePreventionDay. Talking about #suicide can be tough, but if someone brings up concern for a friend or loved one, act quickly and seek help. Learn about the warning signs and how you can help: cmha.ca/brochure/preve…. #WSPD2024