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I am writing this newsletter message at the very end of March, and outside my office window there are still piles of snow on the ground.  Spring is ‘officially’ upon us, but this past week we have had a (hopefully final) blast of winter.  As we anticipate the warmer, ...

(Source: Diabetes Canada) Did you know? Diabetes increases your risk of heart disease and stroke. People with diabetes may develop heart disease 15 years earlier than those without diabetes. The most common form of heart disease in diabetes is coronary artery disease. It develops when the arteries that supply ...

NEWS RELEASE – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Registration now open for the next virtual conversation in the Northumberland PACE Speakers Series, ‘Why, What and How of Organ and Tissue Donation’ on Thursday, March 28 at 5:30 PM NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY, Monday, March 11, 2024—The Northumberland PACE Speakers Series will host its ...

Green Wood Coalition is a radically inclusive community that honours the worth of each person, regardless of circumstances. The term ‘radically inclusive’ is both an aspiration and the challenge of each day. The magic of Green Wood has always been about uncovering our community’s hidden strengths and rallying people ...

I always find myself fascinated when one year is coming to a close, and the anticipation of a new year is right around the corner. First, there is the reflection period. How did this past year go by so quickly? (An annual question….) What successes and milestones can we ...

Is cooking a hassle? Busy nights? Learn to make nutritious meals that take 30 minutes or less. These recipes feature simple, tasty meals to fuel your body while keeping blood sugars at bay. Shakshuka with Feta Adapted from: https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1014721-shakshuka-with-feta Prep Time: 5 mins                  Servings: 4 to 6 Cook Time: 25 ...

Stroke and Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) – LEARN AND SHARE Join Us To Learn about what services and programs are available in Northumberland County Discuss what services and programs are needed. This event is open to survivors of stroke and ABI, caregivers, family members, and service providers who work ...

Mary Ito, RDH and Sue Hochu, RDH, members of the Northumberland Oral Health Coalition (NOHC) recently presented oral hygiene items – toothbrushes, toothpaste, dental floss, denture care items, etc. to Adam Hudson, Registered Dietician and Sarah Pilatzkie, Dental Coordinator at the Community Health Centres of Northumberland (CHCN) in Port ...

Community Food Market is Open for Business! Once thought of as a “blue sky idea” – the CHCN is so excited to announce that our very own ‘Community Food Market’ is up and running! This new pilot project will run until Spring of 2024 and will offer a weekly ...

In Person Shopping Model Back In Action We are happy to announce that the CHCN Food Cupboard has returned to an in-person shopping model which will allow community members to come and choose which foods or products are desired and or needed. As a health centre, our goal is ...