Calgary Foothills Primary Care Network

05/29/2026

05/28/2026

One of the most meaningful parts of family medicine is building long-term relationships and supporting patients through every stage of life. 🩺

Thank you, Dr. Stefanek, for sharing what you love most about working with your patients and for the lasting impact you continue to make.

Q: What do you love most about working with your patients?

A: “Many things! But one fun thing is that some have been with me for over 20 years. I have seen kids grow into adults and go on to have their own families. I’ve had patients go into medicine because they see the important work we do and are inspired by that.”

05/27/2026

Life can feel overwhelming when you’re trying to navigate housing, benefits, caregiving, mental health supports or community resources. You do not have to figure it out alone.

Calgary Foothills PCN social workers can help connect you and your family to supports and services that fit your needs, including:

• financial and employment resources
• caregiver and older adult support
• housing and community resources
• newcomer and immigrant support
• health and medical benefits
• mental health resources

Free virtual and in-person appointments are available.

Learn more or book an appointment: https://cfpcn.ca/social-worker/

05/26/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a timely reminder that supporting mental well-being is essential in both our personal and professional lives.

It’s an opportunity to reduce stigma, encourage open conversations and prioritize self-care while also checking in on colleagues, friends and loved ones.

By fostering understanding and compassion, we can help create environments where everyone feels supported and empowered to seek help when they need it. 💚

If you or someone you know needs support, consider talking to your healthcare provider about available mental health resources and services.

https://cfpcn.ca/mental-health-support/

05/26/2026

05/25/2026

Staying active can make a big difference when managing conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes, arthritis and heart disease.

Your healthcare professional can help you find the right type and level of activity based on your health history and goals. Every bit of movement counts. 💪

With A Prescription to Get Active (RxTGA), you can access no-cost trial passes to participating gyms and rec centres, group fitness classes, online workouts and community sport programs.

At your next appointment, ask your primary care provider or health team about RxTGA!

Learn more: prescriptiontogetactive.com

05/22/2026

Documenting your preferences for your health care and personal matters helps to prepare your loved ones for the future.

🤍 This is called Advance Care Planning. You can make sure the people you trust know what to do if there is ever a time that you are unable to make or communicate decisions yourself.

There are lots of free and low-cost community resources to help you with this process, including your health care team. A PCN social worker can help answer your questions and provide you with guidance around completing these documents.

Ask your primary care provider for a referral, or learn more about Advance Care Planning: https://albertafindaprovider.ca/news/speaking-for-yourself-advance-care-planning

05/20/2026

High blood pressure often has no symptoms, but it can quietly affect your heart, brain and kidneys over time.

During Hypertension Awareness Month, take a few minutes to check in on your blood pressure and overall health.

Calgary Foothills PCN offers free support through nurses, pharmacists, dietitians and other health team members who can help you better understand and manage chronic conditions.

Learn more about PCN health team services: cfpcn.ca/health-team/

05/19/2026

The Public Health Division in the Department of Primary and Preventative Health Services has been notified of a person with confirmed measles who has been in a public setting while infectious in Calgary. Individuals who were in the following locations during the specified dates and times may have been exposed to measles.

Learn more: https://www.alberta.ca/release.cfm?xID=96199CAD29AA6-A8ED-F556-AC82ACABFF44BE2B

05/19/2026

Today, on World Family Doctor Day, we are celebrating the incredible impact family physicians have on the health and well-being of our communities. 🩺

Thank you, Dr. Sheik for encouraging healthier lifestyles and helping patients build habits that support their physical and mental well-being at every stage of life.

Q: What’s one simple change people can make to improve their overall health?

A: Increase exercise/physical activity. Physical activity not only helps maintain a healthy weight, reducing the risk of diabetes and other cardiovascular diseases, but also improves mental health and mobility as we age.

05/15/2026

🌞 Summer days are nearly here!

Before you head out to catch some sun, don’t forget to protect your skin from harmful ultraviolet rays using these tips:

https://cfpcn.ca/articles/tips-for-sun-safe-skin/