Mosaic Primary Care Network

🌸🌿 As you dive into gardening and other activities around the house this summer, remember to keep good form to help prevent injuries.

Lift with your legs: when picking up heavy objects, bend with your knees, not your back and keep items close to your body.

Keep good posture: avoid hunching over, keep your back straight and engage your core.

Take breaks: rest and stretch to avoid muscle strain or fatigue.

Find more safety tips here ➡️https://bit.ly/3yVJN9d

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our both this weekend at Pineridge's Neighbor Day Celebration. We had some great conversations about primary care!!

Stay tuned to our page to learn where our team will pop up next this summer!

Alberta Primary Care Networks work to continually build a solid foundation for exceptional healthcare. How do we do it? One way is by providing support to your healthcare providers, allowing them to deliver personalized care that is tailored to your unique needs.

We do this by offering:

🥼 Access to a diverse range of health professionals, such as dietitians, kinesiologists, pharmacists and mental health therapists who collaborate hand-in-hand with your family doctor.

💻 Free workshops and programs to help you better manage your physical and mental health.

🤝 After hours or same-day care or support for patients who need semi-urgent care but can't get in to see their doctor.

Explore our website at mosaicpcn.ca to learn more about what we have to offer and how we can support you and your health today.

Happy Father's Day to all the dads, stepdads and grandfathers who provide love and support to their families. 💙 You mean the world to us and we want you to be the best you can be!

Consider scheduling an appointment with your primary care provider to discuss topics in men's health and to create a plan to protect your mental, emotional and physical well-being for years to come.

Canada’s National Blood Donor Week is June 9 – 15, and World Blood Donor Day is Wednesday, June 14. Both occasions celebrate the dedicated donors who give back to their communities and help to raise awareness of how important their life-saving gifts are. Learn more about World Blood Donor Day, 2024: https://bit.ly/459afbz

Find different ways you can give in our community, eligibility requirements, steps to the donation process, and more on the Canadian Blood Services website: blood.ca

Did you know 50% of Canadian men aren't getting the recommended 150 minutes of weekly exercise?

As we celebrate Father's Day and recognize Men's Health Month, it's a great reminder that exercise can improve both your mental and physical health. 🧠 💪

Alberta PCN's offer a variety of FREE programs to help you get moving, including:

🏃Physical Activity for Healthy Living
🏃Prescription to Get Active

Sign-up at ➡️ https://bit.ly/458rZTL

You can also visit for free online workouts and resources.

Mosaic Primary Care Network will be attending the East Calgary Community Fair Neighbor Day Celebration!!!

This free event starts at 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 15, 2024 at the Salvation Army Community Resource Centre.

If you are planning to attend, make sure your stop by our booth and say hello!

Come and join with us at the Neighbor Day Community Celebration in Pineridge on June 15, 2022 at 5510 - 26 Ave NE from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.!

Today is Action Anxiety Day! Join Anxiety Canada in their mission to promote & increase access to proven resources and coping tools.

You can ACT by:

Awareness: Advocate for anxiety and learn about it. 💻
Colours: Wear blue and orange to show your support. 💙🧡
Talking: Speak about anxiety and share coping tools. 🗣️

You can always reach out to your primary care provider if you or someone you know is experiencing struggles with mental health and anxiety.

Together, let's and .

June is National Indigenous History Month in Canada. At our PCN, we are working to bring excellence to primary health care for everyone and part of our journey is to learn more about and honour the stories, achievements and resilience of Indigenous Peoples.

We encourage you to take some time to learn more about First Nations, Inuit and Métis nations in your area, as well as our collective past. Here are a few ideas of how you can get involved:

- Discover stories, traditions and cultures

- Explore the past and honour the truth

- Learn more about present-day communities

- Show your support

To learn more, visit https://bit.ly/44ZTUWD

National Health and Fitness Day was June 1, but the challenge is just getting started!

Get your active summer groove going by choosing an activity you enjoy, like walking, canoeing, gardening, or dancing. Don’t forget to log your activity on Strava if you want to be part of the challenge! 🛶🕺🌻🌞

Not sure where to start? Your family doctor can help answer your questions. They can also refer you to a kinesiologist who can teach you safe and effective ways to add more physical activity to your daily life.

Visit https://letsmovecanada.com/ for more information on the challenge.

We may be in the thick of allergy season, but you don't have to suffer with itchy eyes or a runny nose this spring and summer! 🤧🌸

Talk to a Mosaic PCN pharmacist or your family doctor about steps you can take to mitigate a reaction. They can also give you advice about what kinds of allergy medications might be best for you.

You deserve to enjoy the warmth and sunshine of summer comfortably! 🌤️

May 31 is ***coDay. Each day, more than 1,000 young people under the age of 18 start smoking ci******es. It is estimated that 37 million youth aged 12-15 years use to***co globally and are consuming e-ci******es at rates higher than adults.

Did you know?
👉 To***co kills more than eight million people each year
👉 Smoking is responsible for 85% of all lung cancer deaths
👉 Smoking causes about 20% of all cancer deaths
👉 Secondhand smoke contains over 7,000 chemicals, 70 of which are known to cause cancer

Are you thinking about quitting smoking?

Alberta PCN workshops offer resources and support to help individuals on their quitting journey: https://bit.ly/3WWbI2K

Alberta Primary Care Networks provide team-based care by supporting your health and well-being with a variety of programs, services and resources. 💻🕐👩‍⚕️❤️

Do you want to learn more about what Mosaic PCN can offer? Visit our website for more information: www. mosaicpcn.ca

Struggling with anxiety? We have a workshop that can help. 🧠💙

Anxiety 101 is a FREE, two-hour workshop available virtual or in-person. Hosted by a PCN mental health professional, you will learn about the basics of anxiety and gain tools to help manage it.

Learn more and register now ➡️ https://bit.ly/4bBesHy

May marks both Melanoma and Skin Cancer Awareness Month in Canada. ☀️

Summertime is fast approaching, so now is a perfect time to learn about skin cancer and what to watch for. Make sure to save this post so you have a reference! Or head to https://bit.ly/4a3w9hf for more information.

Skin cancer can occur anywhere on the body, which means performing regular skin checks on ourselves, regardless of our skin tone, is crucial.

🔎 What are you checking for? Remember the ABCDE’s:

☀️ Asymmetry: The shape on one side is different from that on the other
☀️ Border: The visible edge is irregular and ragged
☀️ Colour: There is colour variation with brown, black, red, grey or white within it
☀️ Diameter: Growth is typical of melanoma — it can measure more than 6mm
☀️ Evolution: Look for change in colour, size, shape or symptoms

Checking your skin once a month will help with early detection. If you find anything suspicious, talk to your doctor.

Spring weather is here to stay! 🌷

As the days get longer and warmer, make sure you are keeping yourself sun safe with these tips:

➡️ Drink plenty of water. Although it’s important to stay hydrated year-round, it’s crucial during the warm summer months. Even if you don’t feel thirsty, you could still be dehydrated.
➡️ Be sure to avoid spending too much time in the sun between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. UV rays and heat tend to be the strongest during this time.
➡️ If you are exercising outside, take frequent breaks in shaded areas when possible.
➡️ And of course, always remember to put on sunscreen, wear sunglasses and cover up as much as possible to protect yourself from the sun’s rays.

Enjoy soaking up the sun safely this spring and summer! 🌞

Vaccination is the most effective defence against measles. While it is possible to contract measles even if you are vaccinated, efficacy is estimated between 85-95% with a single dose, rising to nearly 100% with the second dose. Vaccinated people who contract measles typically experience much milder symptoms. 😷

If you think you may have been exposed to measles, or have symptoms of measles, please call HealthLink at 811 to review before seeking medical care. If you have additional questions, talk to your family doctor.

You can sign up for Alberta’s Primary Care Networks free health and wellness workshops that support your mental and physical health in many ways.
Each no-cost workshop offers a new opportunity to become more empowered about your own health.

Explore province-wide options through the Alberta PCN website: https://bit.ly/4aoMkXw

May is Celiac Awareness Month and if you're one of the 1% of Canadians who has celiac disease you can access support through your family doctor and Alberta PCNs - you're not alone🌾

Learn more about celiac disease symptoms, screening and the free support available in our latest article ➡️ https://bit.ly/3K2lysr

We are so honoured to celebrate physicians like Dr. Shafeena Premji, who find inspiration in their patients' stories and the privilege of caring for them. 🥼 Being a family physician means more than just managing health — it's about empowering, guiding, and forming connections.

Q: What inspired you to become a family doctor?

A: The beauty of being a family doctor is the cherished and deep-seated relationship you build with patients — real people with real lives and real stories. My patients' life experiences have had a direct impact on me. My patients teach me every day about the intricacies of life. And as their family physician, I have the privilege to empower, guide, support, and walk their journey with them. There is really nothing else like it. They become like your family.

As we close out our Physician Appreciation series, we are proud to continue to champion the extraordinary bond between doctors and patients, where trust and care make them feel like family. Thank you to all our amazing physicians and thank you for following along!

Today we recognize the Moose Hide Campaign which focuses on ending gender-based violence across Canada. Visit the Moose Hide Campaign website to learn more or order a pin to show support: https://bit.ly/44AuPkB

Know that your family doctor's office is a safe space 🧡There are also resources to support your health and well-being through Alberta Primary Care Networks.

During Physician Appreciation Month, we celebrate the invaluable relationships physicians like Dr. Janet Reynolds build with patients, families, and healthcare teams.

Let's honour the dedication and teamwork of physicians who help carry the burden of care with grace and compassion. Thank you, Dr. Reynolds, for your excellent care!

Q: What is the most rewarding part of being a family doctor?

A: Relationships, relationships, relationships, with patients and families, my clinic teams, my PCN colleagues. I love working with a team. It’s the support, the comfort in knowing I don’t shoulder the entire burden of care.

Make sure to follow along as we wrap up our series highlighting the incredible work of doctors across Alberta. 🩺

Moms are the best caretakers, but sometimes we need to help Mom remember to put herself, and her health first! ❤️

This Mother’s Day remind Mom to take time for herself, indulge in the things that she loves and prioritize what is most important — her health.

Throughout our Physician Appreciation series, we are reminded of the invaluable role played by family physicians like Dr. O'Riordan, who find fulfillment in the diversity of primary care. Their ability to make a difference is a testament to the power of compassionate healthcare. ❤️

Q: What is the most rewarding part of being a family doctor?

A: The diversity of the field, and the ability to build relationships with patients over an extended period of time. No two days are the same in primary care, and while each day brings its own challenges, it is very rewarding, knowing that you are making a difference to patients' lives.”

Join us as we continue to honour these dedicated physicians!

As we celebrate National Nursing Week and International Nurses Day, let's not forget to honour the dedication and selflessness of all our amazing PCN nurses. 🧑‍⚕️👩‍⚕️

Their commitment to healing, comfort, and support is unparalleled. Thank you, nurses! We are so grateful for your invaluable work.

Thank you Dr. Luelo, for advocating for patient involvement in healthcare decisions.

Don't be afraid to speak up and ask questions—it's your right! Here's to the physicians who empower us to be proactive. 💪

Q: Do you have any advice for patients wanting to take a more active role in their care?

A: Ask questions, especially the ones that you are afraid to say out loud. Ask for links to help you understand your condition. Ask for written next steps so you won’t lose track when you leave the office.

Make sure to follow along as we continue to highlight the incredible work of doctors across Alberta.

You don’t have to face your problems alone.

Whether you are worried about yourself or someone else, help is available for you. Call or text 988 for a safe space to talk and to be heard. A trained responder will listen without judgement and can provide you with resources and support, anytime you need it.

Visit 988.ca to find resources near you and to learn about su***de prevention.

You can also talk to your family doctor about the right help for you. If your safety is at risk, call 911 right away.

🥼 Thank you to Dr. Donaldson and all the dedicated healthcare professionals making a difference. Your commitment to serving our community inspires us all!

Q: What inspired you to become a family doctor?

A: My father helped to open one of Montana's first "community health centers," serving uninsured and underinsured residents. Medicine, for him, was a great privilege that he took seriously.

I think a combination of pride in his work, familiarity with the vocation, and my own desire to help advocate for the well-being of my community all made family medicine an easy choice for me.

Stay tuned for more posts in our physician appreciation series as we recognize & share the stories of doctors across Alberta. 👩‍⚕️🧑‍⚕️