Periods – What’s Normal?
submitted by Andrea Empey Like so many other teenage girls, I had no idea what to expect with my first period. I also did what...
The Importance of Spiritual Care
submitted by Jane Adams Spiritual care is an important part of the support provided to each of our residents at Dundas Manor. Our Pastoral Care...
Cardiac symptoms for some women to watch for
submitted by Louise Arsenault I was compelled to write about my own experience after hearing the news about the lady from Cape Breton, NS a few...
Studying the best COVID-19 treatment plan for immunocompromised patients
Patients are now being recruited for a new clinical trial at Winchester District Memorial Hospital (WDMH) focusing on COVID-19 treatment for patients who are...
EOHU Reminds People Who Use Drugs Not to Use Alone
While the holidays are a time of happiness and family gatherings for many, they are also a time of the year when drug use...
Reflections on the Canadian Community Mental Health Report
A new report has been launched on behalf of community-based mental health organizations from across the country. The Mood Disorders Society of Canada (MDSC)...
EOHU warns of the severity of the flu in young children
As hospital admissions rise, the Eastern Ontario Health Unit (EOHU) is warning residents of the severity of flu infection in young children and reminding...
Statement from Dr. Paul on masking, preventing illness and protecting our community this cold...
Over the past few weeks, we have seen the early return of seasonal respiratory illnesses such as Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), influenza and colds,...
‘Epic’ countdown has begun at three Eastern Ontario hospitals
Excitement was building as Deep River & District Hospital (DRDH), Kemptville District Hospital (KDH) and Winchester District Memorial Hospital (WDMH) conducted final preparations for...
New Board Members bring new skills to the table
submitted by Jane Adams Yvonne Latta, Michael O’Shaughnessy and David Weger have one thing in common – they believe in giving back to their community....