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With the recent approval of the Pfizer and Moderna COVID vaccines by Health Canada, Canadians have something to look forward to in 2021. After discussing how the vaccine will be distributed in Ontario, this article will explore and answer the most commonly asked...

Influenza and pneumonia are among the top 10 leading causes of death in Canada. While most people can recover from the flu in 1-2 weeks, some cases can cause severe illness. Public Health estimates that each year, there are 12,200 Canadians hospitalized with flu, and...

As family doctors, we see and treat a wide array of conditions for our patients. Mental health makes up a significant portion of the conditions that we see and treat regularly. We understand the pivotal role that counselling can play in building the skills that we...

COVID-19 Factsheet What is the novel coronavirus (COVID-19)? Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses that originate in animals but are known to cause respiratory illness in humans, particularly during the fall and winter months. What are the symptoms of COVID-19?...

Continuity of care means having comprehensive medical care provided to you in a coordinated manner by your family physician. Over a long period of time, we develop a physician - patient relationship with you, and this combined with in-depth knowledge of your health...

WHAT IS INFLUENZA OR THE FLU? In Canada, approximately 12,200 people are hospitalized each year and about 3,500 people die each year due to complications from influenza. Infants, older adults and those with certain chronic health conditions are most vulnerable. Many...