Elmwood Family Health Centre

12/06/2025

Flu cases are starting to rise on track to peak at the holidays, you can get your flu shot now at pharmacies or our office (for our patients). Wash your hands, stay home if you are sick, mask to protect others.

Provincial models show Influenza cases will spike over the holidays.

Protect yourself and loved ones:

✅Get vaccinated (Flu, COVID, RSV if eligible)
✅Wash hands, stay home when sick, mask in crowds
✅Promote healthy habits: eat well, stay active, hydrate, and air out your home

Read more: https://www.swpublichealth.ca/news/posts/take-action-flu-season-projected-to-peak-during-the-holidays/

12/05/2025

Heads up for this weekend: We’re expecting higher-than-usual demand across the hospital, which may lead to longer wait times in our Emergency Department.

Our teams are doing everything they can to provide safe, timely care for everyone who comes through our doors. We appreciate your patience and understanding.

If your concern isn’t urgent, please consider other care options: https://www.stegh.on.ca/hospital-services/emergency-department/alternate-options-for-care/

Thank you for your support and for helping us care for our community.

12/05/2025

Many older adults start to experience poorer sleep quality as they age, which can be associated with worse memory and cognition. Previous studies have shown that sleep can be improved when quiet sounds are presented at the right times during slow-wave sleep. We are interested in whether we can impro...

12/04/2025

Intimate Partner Violence – a 36 year old St. Thomas man has been charged.

https://stps.on.ca/media-release-wednesday-december-3rd-2025/

If you are experiencing intimate partner violence or are concerned for your safety, confidential help is available. A 24-hour crisis line can be reached at 1 800 265 4305. Local supports, including Valora Place and Victim Services Elgin, can assist with safety planning, emergency supports, counselling referrals, and crisis response.

If you or someone else is in immediate danger, please call 911.

12/03/2025

EDify provides compassionate psychological assessments & therapy for children, teens, and adults. We help individuals and families build confidence, resilience, and lasting growth.

12/03/2025

When life has you feeling down, One Stop Talk is here to help.

Therapists at One Stop Talk create a personalized plan tailored to your individual needs: Connect online from anywhere in Ontario at OneStopTalk.ca or call 1-855-416-8255

12/03/2025

Are you pregnant and concerned about postpartum depression?

McMaster University is now recruiting individuals for a study on the prevention of postpartum depression (PPD).

The study is to determine if a FREE ONLINE 1-day cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)-based workshop is effective at PREVENTING PPD.

Who Is Eligible: Ontario residents, 18 years of age or older, currently in 2nd or 3rd trimester of pregnancy, who have had a depressive episode in the past.

Two Groups: Half of participants who enroll will receive their usual care (provided by their healthcare professional) AND will participate in the CBT workshop, and half will receive usual care ONLY, and not attend the workshop. ALL participants will be followed for 3-months postpartum and will receive $80 in gift cards for completing the study. The workshops are delivered by trained professionals.

For more information or to register please email: ppdprev@mcmaster.ca or sign-up directly: https://bit.ly/444oTlK

This study has been reviewed by the Hamilton Integrated Research Ethics Board under Project #13351. (Version 10 – 8Apr24).

12/03/2025

First Avenue Pharmacy located in St. Thomas Ontario

12/03/2025

January is a great time to take charge of your health. If you suffer from a chronic condition or chronic pain, or are a caregiver for someone who does, we can help! Registration is open now for FREE online self-management programs that can help you manage your condition better, find community supports, and set yourself up to live a happier, healthier 2026.

Ontario residents, register now at https://www.swselfmanagement.ca/ .

Yes, you can manage!

12/03/2025

Nasal saline rinses can help prevent and alleviate symptoms of upper respiratory tract infections. Dr. McCormick has summarized the evidence well here.

Nasal saline is just not cool enough.

12/02/2025