SWPH School Health

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[Southwestern Public Health @SW_PublicHealth]

Parents play a critical role in preventing or delaying their child from using alcohol and other drugs.

These important conversations aren't always easy. Here are 6 strategies parents can take to guide their child.

For more information, visit https://t.co/9DGiyxaedG.

[Ontario Ministry of Health @ONThealth]

Is your child's fear of needles stopping them from the #COVID19 vaccine? With a few simple strategies, you can ease your child’s fears to help make their #COVID19 vaccination experience a smooth one. Learn about the CARD system to improve their experience: https://t.co/ZwEHCyaADW

[SWPH School Health @SWPHSchoolTeam]

@LDCSB @TVDSB @TVDSBcares @CscProvidence @SickNotWeak @MLHealthUnit @MLSchoolHealth @HPPublicHealth

[SWPH School Health @SWPHSchoolTeam]

@LDCSB @TVDSB @TVDSBcares @CscProvidence A great opportunity to dialogue about #youthmentalhealth in our region -- parents, caregivers, students and teachers from across our region all welcome! @SickNotWeak Register today!

[SWPH School Health @SWPHSchoolTeam]

New resource alert 🚨 "Start Well" - Five days of ready to use activities to connect, calm and begin your day! Well done @SMHO_SMSO https://t.co/2Ehh0wyYIP

[SWPH School Health @SWPHSchoolTeam]

Students, families and friends of Tillsonburg schools - covid testing clinic on Monday evening! Walk in or book online! #testontime

[Ottawa Public Health @OttawaHealth]

Mindfulness is bringing our awareness to what we are doing when we are doing it. It is focusing on our present actions, feelings, physical sensations and thoughts. It can⬇️our stress level,⬆️our mood and improve sleep. Check out 10 ways to be more mindful: https://t.co/dRkRjjc6Ui

[Active & Safe Routes to School (ELMO) @ELMO_ASRTS]

Not taking the school bus this school year? Be an active school traveller by walking/wheeling to school instead! Families who live farther away can wheel or drive to a drop-off location 5 minutes away from the school and #activetravel the rest of the way! @ELMO_ASRTS @OntarioAST

[SWPH School Health @SWPHSchoolTeam]

WEDNESDAY Nov 10 - we'll be at @EmilyStowePS in #norwich for another pop-up #covid19 vaccine clinic. Ages 12+ welcome with informed consent.

[Thames Valley DSB @TVDSB]

Wishing a happy Diwali to all those celebrating in the #TVDSB community!

[Middlesex-London School Health @ML_SchoolHealth]

Healthy bodies come in all different shapes and sizes. Focus on positive habits and the amazing things our bodies can do, rather than on appearance. Learn more about promoting mental health & reducing weight bias at school: https://t.co/jCwmsgP7Ag #HealthyBodies #HealthyHabits

[School Mental Health Ontario @SMHO_SMSO]

Students who are new to Canada can find it challenging to adjust to their new lives. Create a smooth transition by joining our workshop this Thursday and learn about evidence-informed, school-based interventions for newcomer youth. https://t.co/m2YkLqfpt6

[Ontario Ministry of Health @ONThealth]

Get creative with your kids’ face covering this #Halloween 🎃👻!

Use a coloured face covering as an accessory to match their favourite costume! https://t.co/BPzqLbj6lK

#CelebrateSafely

[Southwestern Public Health @SW_PublicHealth]

Have a spooky, fun #Halloween weekend! Here are a few of our tips for keeping yourself and others as safe as possible.

If you are hosting or attending a gathering, view the latest guidance: https://t.co/tuUO7ClNtF

[MLHealthUnit @MLHealthUnit]

The most spooktacular time of year is almost here! Are your kiddos trick-or-treating? Are you handing out treats? Stay safe and have a ghoulishly good time. 👻 #Halloween #LdnOnt #Middlesex

[Middlesex-London School Health @ML_SchoolHealth]

Here are some tips to help keep our students and bus drivers safe on the bus #stopthespread @TVDSB @LDCSB @CSViamonde @CscProvidence

[SWPH School Health @SWPHSchoolTeam]

Ask those in your school community about their names and pronouns! Using inclusive language in your classroom is important to make sure everyone feels safe and welcome.

[Southwestern Public Health @SW_PublicHealth]

The @ONThealth #GOVAXX bus is coming again!

Oct 28
👍10am-2pm, Ingersoll District Memorial Arena
👍4pm-8pm, Thamesford District Recreation Centre

Nov 2
👍12pm-4pm, Bayham Township Fire Station
👍 6pm-9pm, Straffordville Community Centre

Full Details: https://t.co/3fiMa5fiBP

[activeforlife @activeforlife]

'Pumpkin toss', 'What's in the cauldron', and 10 other active games to make your upcoming Hallo-Weekend a hit! Check out all the fun #Halloween ideas, here: https://t.co/tBhMM47fZt