Prenatal Care Information
Read on for up-to-date information regarding prenatal care
Read on for up-to-date information regarding prenatal care
The Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta (CFSEA) is committed to improving the quality of life for individuals across the region through developing permanent endowments, making responsible grants, and inspiring community leadership.
Each year, CFSEA hosts a Vital Event which is a periodic check-up that measures the vitality of our community and helps to determine CFSEA’s annual granting priorities. This year, CFSEA is hosting the 2022 Vital Conversation which is a facilitated discussion with community members to learn more about trends impacting local quality of life.
The results from this survey will be used to explore issues, opportunities, and solutions in our community.
Click Here to take the survey and be entered for a chance to win a $100 gift card.
Vision Health Month is a great time to raise awareness about eye health and ways to prevent vision loss. A regular eye exam by an optometrist or ophthalmologist is the best way to stay on top of eye health. Did you know that 1 in 7 Canadians will develop a serious eye disease in their lifetime? Yet, 75% of vision loss can be prevented or treated with proper care. A comprehensive eye exam can also detect potentially life-threatening conditions like brain tumors, high blood pressure and diabetes. (1)
Taking care of your eyes can be a priority just like eating healthy and physical activity. Healthy vision can help keep you safe each day. To keep your eyes healthy, get a comprehensive dilated eye exam: an eye care professional will use drops to widen the pupils to check for common vision problems and eye diseases. It’s the best way to find out if you need glasses or contacts or are in the early stages of any eye-related diseases. (2)
Some eye conditions can cause vision loss and even blindness. These include:
Besides regular eye exams, protect your vison by making smart decisions every day with these quick tips:
The Canadian Association of Optometrists recommends children have their first eye exam between ages six and nine months, and annually after that. Adults should have eye exams every two years, or at the direction of their optometrist. (1)
For this Healthy Vision Month, take care of your eyes to make them last a lifetime.
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Current Palliser PCN career postings – employment with Palliser PCN.
Current clinic job postings – employment within clinics.
A free phone-based seniors program for adults 55+.
Information for patient health and wellness.
Resources your PCN provider may have directed you to access before/after a visit.
A list of Palliser PCN health homes (clinics), contact information, and PCN physicians and teams in those locations.