Wayside Medical Clinic

10/10/2025

10/10/2025

A little pause goes a long way. On World Mental Health Day, honor your with a mindful moment. Whether it’s a deep breath, a short walk, or even a warm cookie, small acts of mindfulness can make a big difference. Here’s to you. 💙

10/07/2025

October 16

On October 16 at 10:16 am, get ready to practice how to "Drop, Cover, and Hold On."

The Great British Columbia ShakeOut, organized by the British Columbia Earthquake Alliance (BCEA), is an annual opportunity for individuals, communities, schools, and organizations to practice essential earthquake safety measures such as “Drop, Cover, and Hold On.” Visit shakeoutbc.ca for more information.

10/03/2025

Prevention is always better than cure



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Healthy Canadians

10/03/2025

Families are invited to a free Chilliwack Family Resource Fair at Chilliwack Secondary School.
Drop in anytime between 5:00–8:00pm on October 15 to visit resource booths, connect with local services, and attend family-focused information sessions offering tools to support children, youth, and caregivers. Childcare and snacks will be available.
Hosted by the Chilliwack School District, Chilliwack Youth Health Centre, Chilliwack Healthier Community and the City of Chilliwack.

10/03/2025

Prevention is always better than cure.

Regular screening mammograms help catch cancer early when there are more treatment options and better outcomes.

Most women, and many Two-Spirit, trans and nonbinary people ages 40+ can book a free mammogram.

Book online at screeningbc.ca (with the booking code in your reminder letter) or call 1-800-663-9203.

10/02/2025

Floods and storms are common this time of year.

Prepare your home:

Clear gutters and nearby storm drains to help prevent localized flooding ✔️

Create grab-and-go bags for everyone you live with, including pets, in case you need to evacuate ✔️

More preparedness tips: https://ow.ly/VGIv50U1tVi

Alt text: A person wearing gloves is clearing leaves from a house gutter to prevent flooding.

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10/01/2025

Acetaminophen is a recommended treatment for pain or fever in pregnancy when used as directed. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding:

- Continue to use acetaminophen for pain and/or fever, as directed.
- Always follow the directions on the label.
- Do not take more than the recommended dose. Taking too much acetaminophen can cause harms including serious harm to your liver.
- Talk to your health care provider if you have questions about the use of any medications.
- Health Canada will take appropriate action and share relevant updates with health professionals and the public if new safety information emerges.
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Healthy Canadians

10/01/2025

Your life matters!

Call or text 9-8-8 anytime in Canada for su***de crisis support.

If you’re feeling hopeless, or just need someone to talk to, reach out.

Trained responders will listen without judgment, whether you’re contacting us for yourself or someone in your life.

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09/19/2025

Early introduction: Eat Early. Eat Often.

Here are some recommendations for the introduction of common allergens to infants has changed as research has emerged on ways to help prevent the development of food allergy in babies.

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09/18/2025

This Sepsis Awareness Month, take 5 minutes to learn the signs of sepsis in adults and share with your loved ones — it could save a life!

Sepsis is a life-threatening condition, but early recognition often means it can be treated. Awareness saves lives.

Don't forget to head to our website to test your knowledge by playing Sepsis Savvy Shootout today 👇 https://sepsistrust.org/team-sepsis-savvy/



You can also find the signs of sepsis in children on our website: https://sepsistrust.org/about-sepsis/spotting-the-signs-of-sepsis/

09/18/2025

We spend about 90% of our time indoors, so the air we breathe matters. Love cooking at home? Try lower-temperature, water-based cooking methods like steaming, boiling, poaching or stewing. These methods produce fewer air pollutants than frying or grilling.

For more information about air quality, visit bccancer.ca/prevent/air-quality

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