Did you know that FASD is:
-2.5 times more common than Autism
-19 times more common than Cerebral Palsy
-28 times more common than Down Syndrome
It is estimated that approximately 4% of Canadians have FASD, where Autism affects 1.52% of Canadians, Cerebral Palsy affects ...
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“It took six years and over 90-thousand dollars... but at long last, Kimberly and Todd Churchill have won their human rights complaint. The Portugal Cove-St. Philip's couple have been fighting to make their Deaf son Carter's education more accessible.” https://t.co/AiCgQI4nbR
Today is #BellLetsTalk Day! One of the ways we can all take action is to learn about mental health organizations creating positive change for mental health in Canada…every day.
Ryan Reynolds and Auston Matthews are helping raise funds for @sickkids Hospital. So we're giving YOU the chance to win a signed Ryan Reynolds Ugly Christmas Sweater, or a signed Auston Matthews Jersey!
Enter to win here: https://t.co/YIi1YxyHtf
"I wear my mask at school because I don't want to be back in the hospital".
Liam aged 7. CF patient. Author. Community activist. Leader. Hero. Our world needs more Liams.
#CovidIsNotOver#CareAboutTheAirWeShare
Canadian Mental Health Association Newfoundland and Labrador Division is here to help you take the appropriate steps towards a better life, whether you're a teen, adult, or you know someone coping with mental health issues. To get started, give us a call today: 709-753-8550
@EasterSeals is gathering a list of 100 Acts O fInclusion to help celebrate its' 100th year of helping Canadians living with disabilities become #UnstoppABLE®.
What are you doing to create a more accessible and inclusive Canada? Let us know in the comments! #ActsOfInclusion
Finally @HCS_GovNL! We need to know how many people are without a FD in our province. I just registered myself and hoping I’ll eventually get primary care. Also hoping to see meaningful initiatives to actually reduce the numbers on the list. https://t.co/QpMb1hH6hH
Today in CentralNL.Conditions in our hub ER’s are terrible. Overworked staff wonder how they are going to make it through the day and question whether they can do it again tomorrow. Sick vulnerable patients lose any dignity in crowded hallways and waiting rooms. #HealthCareCrisis
Thank you to Amber at Riverview Motors for teaching us about basic car maintenance. Serving Up Knowledge Program in partnership with CHHN. It was a fantastic day!
Today in CentralNL. There are ~40% less family doctors in our region than there were 5 years ago. What number do we need to lose before our leaders take notice? Is 50% the magic number or will it take every last FD leaving? Please just tell us so we can get it over with #nlpoli
It’s Nurses Week.I’ve worked with and cared for many nurses. Recently, the stories of shortages, overtime and difficult working conditions make me sad for my colleagues. They are struggling. Our system stands on the backs of nurses and they are tired.#MoreThanThanks#NursesWeek
Today in CentralNL. My heart breaks reading this story. I can’t imagine the stress of transporting an unstable patient 3 hours with spotty cell service and only one person to provide care. This is unimaginable. These paramedics need our support https://t.co/d3g89p92TQ
Today In CentralNL. If your family member is admitted to one of our rural hospitals, please ask who will be providing medical care when your site is on diversion. Families and patients need to understand the plan for care and have the right to know #nlpoli#healthcarecrisis