September 13, 2024
The South Georgian Bay Community Health Centre’s Program Coordinator, Lauren Jeffrey, was featured on the CBC’s Morning Show to talk about the Green Prescription Pilot Program and the mental health benefits of spending time in nature. Listen here!
August 30, 2024
Wasaga Beach, Ontario – August 28, 2024 – The South Georgian Bay Community Health Centre (SGBCHC) is pleased to announce the successful completion of its Green Prescription (Green Rx) pilot project, an initiative designed to enhance health and wellbeing by prescribing “time in nature.” Funded by the Collingwood General and Marine Hospital Foundation’s Wellness Innovation… Continue reading South Georgian Bay Community Health Centre Celebrates Success of Green Prescription Pilot Project
September 10, 2023
Despite being considered a ‘rare’ disease, ovarian cancer is the fifth most common cause of cancer-related death in Canadian women. Approximately 3,000 Canadians will be diagnosed in 2023; more than half will die within 5 years of diagnosis. While many individuals with ovarian cancer are living longer and better with advances in treatment and supportive… Continue reading September is Ovarian Cancer Month: What Everyone Should Know about Ovarian Cancer
April 6, 2023
December 5, 2022
Most respiratory illness in children, including colds, influenza, RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) and COVID-19 can be managed at home without the need for prescription medications. However, in some cases, it is important to seek medical care. Click here to read important tips from the Ontario College of Family Physicians on how to decide when… Continue reading Family Doctor Tips on Caring for Children with Respiratory Symptoms
November 3, 2022
During the month of November, the South Georgian Bay CHC is raising awareness on ways to manage your diabetes by sharing services and programs that can help you or a loved one. The theme for Diabetes Day this year is to highlight the need for access to higher quality diabetes education for healthcare professionals and… Continue reading November is Diabetes Awareness Month
September 28, 2022
The South Georgian Bay Community Health Centre (SGBCHC) is pleased to announce that it has partnered with community organizations to launch the Green Prescription pilot project. Funded by the Collingwood General and Marine Hospital Foundation’s Wellness Innovation Fund, and spearheaded by the SGBCHC, the goal of the pilot project is to improve the health and… Continue reading South Georgian Bay Community Health Centre and Community Partners Launch Green Prescription Pilot Project
April 12, 2022
Wasaga Beach, Ontario – April 12, 2022 – The South Georgian Bay Community Health Centre (SGBCHC) is pleased to announce that it has once again received a grant of $20,000 from Community Food Centres Canada’s Good Food Access Fund. The grant will provide South Georgian Bay community partners with grocery gift cards to help support… Continue reading South Georgian Bay Community Health Centre receives $20,000 for emergency food aid in the wake of COVID-19
March 2, 2022
Make a Difference on our Board of Directors Serving on the South Georgian Bay Community Health Centre’s Board of Directors is a great opportunity for anyone who is passionate about giving back to their community. Working together with our clients and our community to build equitable access to excellent healthcare is at the heart of… Continue reading The South Georgian Bay CHC Is Seeking New Board Members
February 24, 2022
Understanding the Social Determinants of Mental Health Over the past two years, mental health issues have risen significantly due to the pandemic. A new study has found that Canadian’s are increasingly becoming fatigued and struggling with their mental health. The study found that one in three Canadians (36%) are now living with mental… Continue reading Supporting the Mental Health Needs of Our Community