Your Health
Resources
Preventive Care
- Canadian Task Force on Preventive Health Care – information about preventative health screening guidelines in Canada
- Canadian Hearing Society – arrange a hearing test for adults and children
- Canada’s Food Guide — nutrition resources from Health Canada
- Canadian Diabetes Association — programs, services, publications and resources from The Canadian Diabetes Association
- Osteoporosis Canada – recommendations for calcium and vitamin D intake as well as a dietary calcium calculator
- Ottawa Public Health — information on breastfeeding, pregnancy, child development, parenting, immunization, etc.; includes free online information and programs
- Vaccinations — information on Ontario’s Routine Immunization Schedule
Physical Activity
- Darebee – independent fitness resource run and maintained by a small group of volunteers and fitness professionals; workout plans, challenges, fitness information, nutrition, and meal plans are all free to access and download; supported by user donations
- Regular Exercise Advice – regular exercise helps reduce heart disease
- Ontario Physiotherapy Association — information from The Ontario Physiotherapy Association, including a link to locate a physiotherapist near you
Diet
- Eat Right Ontario — nutrition and healthy eating information
- Canada’s Food Guide — nutrition resources from Health Canada
- The Mediterranean Diet – heart healthy diet
Women's Health
- Menopause and U — information on menopause from the Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada
- The North American Menopause Society — information sheets written by menopause experts that provide clear, easy-to-understand explanations of important menopause-related topics.
- Fertility – Website written by Canadian fertility doctors addressing numerous questions around getting pregnant and fertility
Sexual Health
- HPV Info — information on HPV from the Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada
- Pelvic Health Solutions — information on pelvic health and the role of pelvic floor physiotherapy
- Sex & U — information on sexual health from the Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada
- Aids-Sexual Health Info Line: 1-800-668-2437
- Ottawa Public Health – Sexual Health Centre
- PHAC – Public Health Agency of Canada
- AIDS Committee of Ottawa
- 2SLGBTQ+ for healthcare providers – Ontario Caregiver Organization
Chronic Disease (misc)
- Living with Arthritis — programs, services, publications and resources from The Arthritis Society
- The Canadian Skin Patient Alliance – educational information about skin diseases and conditions
Chronic Disease (Diabetes)
- Canadian Diabetes Association — programs, services, publications and resources from The Canadian Diabetes Association
Chronic Disease - Cardiovascular
- Heart and Stroke Foundation — programs, services, publications and resources including healthy eating, healthy weight and physical activity
Mental Health
- Anxiety BC ― a comprehensive online resource for patient with anxiety; highlights include the Resource Documents section and the Mind Shift mobile app
- Beacon 2.0 Depression Services ― list of internet-based resources for depression that are based on CBT (cognitive behavioural therapy) principles
- Big White Wall – online mental health and wellbeing service offering self-help programmes, creative outlets and an online community moderated by trained staff, supported by OTN (Ontario Telemedicine Network)
- Canadian Mental Health Association ― resources on mental health including information
- CBT-i Coach – Improve sleep / insomnia through cognitive behaviour therapy
- ConnexOntario ― free and confidential health services information for people experiencing problems with alcohol and drugs, mental illness, or gambling
- Headspace App – Meditation and mindfulness app
- HeadsUpGuys – Free online resource that offers men information, practical tips, and guidance for managing and recovering from depression
- Ontario Psychological Association Referral Service ― searchable database of registered psychologists for a variety of counselling needs
- Online and Emergency Resources for Teens – list of online apps, programs, and phone lines compiled by FMPE
- Sleep Hygiene ― helpful tips on improving sleep habits
- www.ementalhealth.ca
Pediatrics
- About Kids Health — health information for parents and children from The Hospital for Sick Children
- Autism Parent Resource Kit – Government of Ontario resource to help parents navigate available services, supports and programs
- Breastfeeding Information — breastfeeding resources from Dr. Jack Newman
- Caring for Kids — health information for parents and children from the Canadian Pediatric Society
- Comfort, Play and Teach Developmental Milestones — Help promote your child’s developmental milestones in various domains of development (social, emotional, language, intellectual, gross and fine motor).
- Feeding Your Baby from Six Months to One Year — guide to help introduce solid foods to babies
- Guide to Formula Feeding – resource from beststart
- Immunization Well-Child Toolkit
- Why Vaccinations Are a Healthy Choice for a Strong Immune System – guide to address top concerns from parents about vaccines to help them make informed and healthy choices for their children.
- Tips for a Positive Immunization Experience – steps to take before, during, and after a vaccine for a better immunization experience.
- If You Choose Not to Vaccinate Your Child – disclosure of the risks of not vaccinating your child.
- Introducing Solids — guide to starting solid foods from The Hospital for Sick Children
- Mothercraft — early childhood resources including programs, workshops, and interventions
- New Parent Resource Guide — information for new parents from the University Health Network
- Rourke Baby Record for Parents — health information for parents and children from the Rourke Baby Record; includes information about normal child growth and development, along with information on common health topics
- Toronto Preschool Speech & Language Services — provides resources and supports to infants, toddlers, preschool children and their families living in the City of Toronto experiencing challenges with communication development, hearing loss, and visual impairment.
Misc
- Choosing Wisely Canada — a campaign to help physicians and patients engage in conversations about unnecessary tests, treatments, and procedures
- Men’s Health Information
- Inter-professional Clinic
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