The caution identifier on #SupplementedFoods alerts you to look for a caution box on the label. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, make sure to read the label because there may be a caution that applies to you. 🏷️ ow.ly/SePm50Rtxur

June 10th-16th is Men’s Health Week. Let’s spread awareness and encourage individuals to seek information on preventable health problems and early detection. Find more information on chronic disease prevention at livewellpei.ca #LiveWell

Join the City at this drop-in event, to help inform the vision and actions included in Charlottetown’s Climate Action Plan! The City is developing this plan to guide work to make the community more resilient to the effects of climate change and to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Ditch the traffic and gear up for a healthier commute to work! 🚴 📌 If your commute is too long, park a few km away and bike the rest of the trip 📌 Join advocacy efforts for more active transportation options in your community Bike Friendly Communities #BiketoWorkWeek #MoveWell

Try a non-alcoholic drink to help you beat the heatwave and stay refreshed! ☀️ Canada’s Guidance on Alcohol and Health recommends having < 2 standard drinks per week to reduce your risk of injury, violence, and chronic disease. ccsa.ca/canadas-guidan… #ChooseWell #LessIsBest

Eating well is one of the main areas of importance when it comes to chronic disease prevention. Healthy eating does not just include the food we eat but also the environment we are eating in. Find more information healthy eating environments at food-guide.canada.ca/en/healthy-eat… #EatWell

The PEI Smoking Cessation Program is designed for PEI residents who wish to stop smoking or using other tobacco products by covering 100% of the cost of nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) products. Find more information on the program at livewellpei.ca/our-work/breat…

Mental health and chronic diseases are closely connected. When people have poor mental health, they may adopt unhealthy habits and face challenges in their lives that increase the risk of chronic diseases. Information on supports in PEI: princeedwardisland.ca/en/information… #FeelWell

Frozen & canned fruits and vegetables are just as healthy as fresh fruits and vegetables. Frozen & canned options: ✅ Take less time to prepare. ✅ Can be stored for longer. ✅ Can be a convenient option for families often on the go. ✅ Can be a more affordable option. #EatWell

The province is reviewing the impact of food waste and launching a Provincial Food Waste Reduction Strategy. Participate in our survey by August 14, 2024, and contribute to a sustainable PEI. More info here: princeedwardisland.ca/en/information…

#Alcohol causes more than 6,000 annual deaths in #Ontario + hundreds of emergency department visits a day. Ontario’s plan to expand alcohol retail will result in increased consumption, deaths & ED visits – putting further strain on an already overburdened health care system.

Ever wonder why kids use cannabis? Some use weed to fit in and have fun, but some use cannabis to reduce their worry or stress. Talk with a teen who uses it to cope & together find other things they can turn to for dealing with stress and anxiety, like sports or playing music.

Did you know that low income is a risk factor to being physically active? People with a lower income can have less: time, unsafe/less walkable neighborhoods, & less $$ for sports or memberships. We need to make sure that physical activity is accessible for everyone. #movewell

#Cannabis use under age 25 can result in life long harm and can lead to increased risk for dependency, mental health problems, poor attention, judgement, and decision making . Interested in learning more? Check out this short video: youtube.com/watch?v=fqe1h3…

In our psychosocial programs, individuals find a safe space to express themselves, build connections, and discover inner strength. To learn about CMHA PEI's Clubhouse programs visit pei.cmha.ca/our-programs/c… #PsychosocialSupport #ClubhouseProgram

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🎓 Calling all students! 🎓We want to hear from YOU about cannabis and health. 👉 Take our quick 2-minute survey and make an impact! Hurry—survey closes on December 22nd! Click here to participate: surveymonkey.com/r/NHQFLGZ

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