Simran

MPH Student at Brock University | Tweets about health and Healthcare social marketing! #SocMarBu

[Simran @simran_835]

I am guilty of believing anything less that a giant-scale achievement is not worth celebrating, but that's FALSE! Celebrate all your successes, no matter how small! Today, I'm grateful for the simple breakfast I cooked myself. What are grateful for today?
#SocMarBU

[CMHA National @CMHA_NTL]

Often we worry about the big things in life so much so that we ignore those small moments of happiness in our day. A pile of folded laundry, the first cup of coffee in the morning and so on.

What are you grateful for today?

#thankfulthursdays #gratitudejournal

[Simran @simran_835]

As the holidays approach, it is more important than ever to make sure you are keeping safe, and there are plenty of useful and informational graphics to help you keep your hands clean!
#handwashingawarenessweek
#SocMarBU

[Center for Indigenous Health @JHUCIH]

It’s #HandWashingAwarenessWeek! With the holidays happening soon, protect yourself & those you love from illness by washing your 🫱🫲often with soap & water for at least 20 sec. If soap & water aren't available, use hand sanitizer with 60% or more alcohol, https://t.co/nC5FmbJ3er

[Simran @simran_835]

Today is International Day of People with Disabilities and organizations are opening up the conversation about inclusivity and accessibility to, in line with this year's theme, transform what living with disabilities means! #IDPD2022
#SocMarBU
https://t.co/UUx2zCl9Ml

[Simran @simran_835]

What a fun and creative way to use the spotify wrapped trend to encourage practicing safe sex and keep people safe in a way that doesn't demean sexual activity! Adopting current trends like this to communicate important messages is a great use of social marketing
#SocMarBU

[Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health @JohnsHopkinsSPH]

There was a lot to love in 2022, just like there are lots of ways to stay safe while having fun. Here are *some* examples 😉

Check out @CDCgov's resources for even more ⤵️

🔗 https://t.co/vS3XzEaIF7
#️⃣ #SpotifyWrapped

[Simran @simran_835]

Talking to your family about their health history can be difficult, but is is important to know how to best protect your health, and I am loving this use of Highschool Musical memes to inform and encourage more people about bringing up this issue!
#SocMarBU

[National Human Genome Research Institute @genome_gov]

.@Genome_gov is celebrating #FamilyHealthHistory Day! Knowing more about your family's health can help inform you and your healthcare providers about risk factors and how to stay healthy. Start these important conversations with your family! https://t.co/aSau1mfbIU

[Simran @simran_835]

As the weather changes and days start getting darker, it's important to be aware of seasonal depression and to protect your mental health! Check out this informational thread for some interesting facts and tips to manage your mental health this season!
#SocMarBU

[ScienceUpFirst | LaScienced'Abord @ScienceUpFirst]

Seasonal depression is a type of depression caused by seasonal changes and varying in severity.

While 15% of people will experience mild symptoms (albeit uncomfortable), up to 3% will have full-blown symptoms resulting in serious life impairments.

#ScienceUpFirst

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[Simran @simran_835]

Check out this new #FluWatchers program by Health Canada! The goal is to answer just 2 questions weekly to help Health Canada keep track of BOTH influenza and Covid-19 without having to go and physically see a doctor. See the resource here: https://t.co/U4G15P2bgO
#SocMarBU

[Simran @simran_835]

National Addictions Awareness Week is coming up from Nov 20-26, and the CCSA has prepared some great resources to better understand and combat stigma and to raise awareness to promote #CommunityCaring #NAAW2022

Check them out below:
https://t.co/otYjOjJMI5
#SocMarBU

[Simran @simran_835]

With flu season upon us an many people getting sick, it is more important now than ever to remember to do our part and keep others safe. Check out this video about Arnold Roberts, who has led by example with his covid vaccines at age 95!
#SocMarBU

[Ottawa Public Health @OttawaHealth]

Arnold Roberts was the first Ottawa Long Term Care (LTC) resident to receive a Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine in 2021 at The Perley and Rideau Veterans' Health Centre. Today, Mr. Roberts wants to share why it's important to continue to stay up to date with vaccinations.

[Simran @simran_835]

November is #CPRMonth and Heart & Stroke has some great resources to educate anyone about the skills and importance of emergency preparedness, even in the context of COVID-19. Check out some of their resources below:
#SocMarBU

[Heart & Stroke @HeartandStroke]

Cardiac arrest can strike anyone, anywhere, at any age, without warning. It’s a medical emergency. EMS is typically six or more minutes away, so you are that person’s best chance of survival. Learn CPR and how to use an AED during #CPRMonth.

[Simran @simran_835]

It's now November, aka #Movember! Movember is all about raising awareness for men's health issues such as prostate cancer and mental health awareness through the fun challenge of growing a mustache to change the "face" of men's health!
#SocMarBU

[Movember Canada @MovemberCA]

It begins. For those about to Mo - however you're doing it - we salute you.

Bushy or balding. Long or short. Neat or grizzly - whatever you Grow will save a Bro.

Still need to sign up? Do it now at https://t.co/cz4gPsJXo8

[Simran @simran_835]

Tiktok is a great platform to communicate information in a short format while also reaching a broad audience, especially younger-aged people. This video is also extremely relevant and timely to communicate now with the increasing rate of covid cases. Stay safe everyone!
#SocMarBU

[ScienceUpFirst | LaScienced'Abord @ScienceUpFirst]

Ill intended individuals would have you believe that #LongCOVID is a condition made up to scare you.

We're telling you why that’s not true 👇

#ScienceUpFirst

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[Simran @simran_835]

Figuring out whether your blood sugar is too high or too low can be confusing with the multitude of symptoms - both are dangerous & important to recognize! Luckily WebMD has this chart that makes it easier for people to recognize key symptoms that may have been missed!
#SocMarBU

[WebMD @WebMD]

When your blood sugar is too high, your body takes water from all over your body to help get rid of it -- including your skin. https://t.co/U6Al8T1l4E

[Simran @simran_835]

Although we have better treatment regimens now, untreated STIs can still lead to incredibly detrimental outcomes. Safe sex is so important, and Niagara PH's simple and colorful graphic easily communicates the importance of ICE-olating the possibility of infection!
#SocMarBU

[Niagara Region Public Health @NRPublicHealth]

🥶 Here's another chilling thought: untreated STIs can cause lasting damage and many have no immediate signs or symptoms. Always use a condom and get tested regularly.⁣
https://t.co/7LI1byLhZT

[Simran @simran_835]

Check out this incredibly creative post by JohnsHopkinsPH from Instagram to promote flu shots using the new Taylor Swift album! It also includes various locations to get your shots too!
#SocMarBU

[Simran @simran_835]

This is a great example of providing information in a simple and accessible form. In addition to info on specific tests, there are QR codes that can be easily scanned to link directly to screening resources to help people #GetBackonTrack with cancer screening!
#SocMarBU

[HNHB_Cancer @HNHB_Cancer]

Did you know...
1 in 8 women will get breast cancer in their lifetime?
Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in Ontario women?
A screening mammogram is recommended every 2 years for most women ages 50-74?
To book a mammogram today go to: https://t.co/RY3ZirUVke

[Simran @simran_835]

With cannabis soon becoming available through easily accessible services like Uber, it is very important to remember how to keep children and pets safe! Health Canada has created a simple video and graphic for some quick and easy tips to follow below!
#SocMarBU

[Health Canada and PHAC @GovCanHealth]

If you have #cannabis at home, be sure it’s out of sight and out of reach of children and pets. Keeping products in their original, plain and child-resistant packaging can keep children and pets safe.
https://t.co/3idSdoeECs

[Simran @simran_835]

This short video by the MHCC provides some quick and easy tips to manage anxiety! However, most of these tips are extremely general (ex. Just breathe). Perhaps videos targeting specific demographic groups with more context-specific tips would be more useful!
#SocMarBU

[Mental Health Commission of Canada @MHCC_]

It is not always easy to know how to manage your anxiety. It can be difficult to know how to deal with it, but fortunately there are many tips to reduce anxiety. https://t.co/rPLVsh4K1B

[Simran @simran_835]

Check out the cool #PCHEALTH app for meeting health goals and completing programs while earning optimum points for everyday purchases! This is a great way to help people promote healthier practices and get rewards for better choices!
#SocMarBU
https://t.co/ZY0SvK2XTk

[Simran @simran_835]

While describing some good points on the social influences of drinking, this article doesn't really provide actionable solutions beyond "drink less." It would be useful to divulge more into the contexts that cause people to engage in practices we know are unhealthy!
#SocMarBU

[CNN @CNN]

Studies show that alcohol isn't good for healthy living. Even moderate drinking reserved for the weekend can have social, emotional and psychological impacts, according to a 2022 study. https://t.co/s4MZgJ7y3c