Dr. Brent Roussin

Manitoba's Chief Provincial Public Health Officer - Dr. Brent Roussin

[Dr. Brent Roussin @roussin_brent]

If you are expecting a baby or are parenting young children, I encourage you to visit the new Parenting in MB website. Here you will find trusted and evidence-based information on topics like prenatal care, infant feeding, safe sleep and immunizations: https://t.co/PDEM3lvwsl.

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Family doctors deliver comprehensive care to prevent, diagnose & treat illness and to improve the management of chronic disease. #ThankYouFamilyDocs (2/2)

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May 19 is Family Doctor Day and I want to thank my over 1,500 colleagues across the province who play a critical role in supporting the health and well-being of Manitobans. (1/2)

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✔️ Wear bug spray
✔️ Cover up with light coloured, loose-fitting clothes
✔️ Minimize time spent outdoors from dusk until dawn
✔️ Get rid of standing water around your home

Visit https://t.co/py3msGyQRc for more info. (2/2)

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Mosquito season is here and it takes just one bite from an infected mosquito to get West Nile virus.

When mosquitoes are active, take these steps to lower your risk – especially if you're older or have a weakened immune system. ⤵️ (1/2)

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✔️ Wear a helmet while bike riding
✔️ Wear a life jacket while boating and paddling, or to help you swim.
✔️ Supervise children closely near water
✔️ Store dangerous substances away from children
✔️ Ensure proper use of car seats
Visit https://t.co/2vOtNc96j4 to learn more. (3/3)

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It’s National Injury Prevention Day. Injuries are the leading cause of death among Cdn children and youth, but most are preventable. Even something as simple as slowing down and paying attention to your surroundings can help. #ParachuteNIPD (1/3)

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This summer, have fun, but take precautions and #TurnSafetyOn to help keep you and your family safe. ⬇️ (2/3)

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And to all nurses in all roles and all locations across Manitoba - we recognize the difficult work that you do. #ThankYou for your continued dedication to caring for Manitobans and for helping them lead healthier lives. #NursesChangeLives (4/4)

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#ThankYou to Manitoba's Indigenous nurses for your dedication and contributions to our health care system. We celebrate and honour you as we recognize today as Indigenous Nurses Day in Manitoba. (3/4)

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#ThankYou public health nurses for making health care accessible by working closely with families and individuals in home and community settings. Your efforts and advocacy are appreciated. (2/4)

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It’s #NursingWeek2024 and I want to take a moment to thank all nurses across Manitoba for their dedication. (1/4)

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Dr. Casaclang has also provided the same information in Tagalog: https://t.co/FIc1bpTVpr

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Thanks to Dr. Casaclang, one of our public health doctors and a family doctor focused on breastfeeding medicine. Last week, during #NIAW24, she shared a message about the importance of vaccination during pregnancy.

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Find out more about why we recommend vaccines and how they can protect you and your baby at https://t.co/gv797G9Nag.

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→ encouraging healthy lifestyles and injury prevention
→ diagnosing and supporting treatment for illness & disease
→ managing chronic conditions
→ being partners on vaccination
→ advocating for our health system.
#ThankYou

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May 1 is National Physicians' Day and I want to thank MB's doctors for their hard work managing daily health concerns and contributing to public health by ⤵️

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Our work in public health includes workplace health & safety. It’s an essential right and we all have a role in creating healthy and safe workplaces for all Manitobans. (2/2)

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This Sunday, April 28, is the National Day of Mourning to honour everyone affected by a workplace tragedy or illness. (1/2)

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Preparations are already underway for the Immunization rollout in Fall 2024 when the COVID-19 and seasonal influenza vaccines will be broadly available at clinics, pharmacies and other locations across Manitoba. Visit https://t.co/euJyKferKH for more information. (3/3)

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If you have not gotten your fall dose or need an additional dose because you are at high risk for COVID-19, it’s not too late to get your vaccine. From now until April 30, the COVID-19 vaccine will continue to be widely available at locations across Manitoba. (1/3)

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Starting May 1, Manitobans who are wanting a COVID-19 vaccine will need to see their health care provider. (2/3)