Dr.Francis & Associates

21/12/2025

IMPAIRED DRIVING AWARENESS THIS CHRISTMAS

The Christmas season brings increased traffic, celebrations, and higher risks on our roads. Impaired driving—whether caused by alcohol, drugs, fatigue, or distraction—remains one of the leading causes of serious road accidents during the holidays.

Dr. Francis & Associates Family Health & Wellness Centre Ltd. encourages all drivers to take personal responsibility for road safety and to remain vigilant when travelling this season.

Key safety reminders:
• Stay alert for erratic driving behaviours such as swerving, speeding, or delayed reactions
• Report suspected impaired drivers to local authorities when it is safe to do so
• Always wear your seatbelt and maintain a safe following distance
• Drive defensively and anticipate the actions of other road users, especially during peak holiday travel hours

Road safety is a shared responsibility. Protect yourself, your passengers, and everyone else on the road by making smart, informed choices.

Share this message with family and friends, save it as a reminder, and follow Dr. Francis & Associates for trusted health guidance, preventive care education, and community wellness updates throughout the year.

18/12/2025

Lung sounds are audible vibrations heard with a stethoscope during auscultation that provide important clues about airway patency, lung tissue condition, and the presence of fluid, inflammation, or obstruction. ✔️ https://bit.ly/4aQPXZ2

17/12/2025

Impaired Driving Awareness This Christmas

Driving under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or even certain prescription medications can significantly impair judgment, reaction time, and decision-making.

Planning ahead, staying sober behind the wheel, and being a responsible host can save lives — including your own and those of the people you care about.

This Christmas, make safety part of your celebration. Save this post, share it with your loved ones, and follow us for more holiday health and safety awareness tips designed to keep families safe throughout the season.

16/12/2025

Got the ? 🤒

Take care of yourself and prevent spreading it to others!

Here are some simple steps to follow.

16/12/2025

Mental health issues in children and adolescents are often overlooked or missed.

Around 1 in 7 young people suffer from a mental health challenge – anxiety, depression and behavioral disorders are the most common.

The World Health Organization (WHO) says parents, caregivers and teachers can all play an important role in helping to recognize the signs that a child or young person may need mental health support.

15/12/2025

Impaired Driving Awareness This Christmas!

Planning ahead saves lives. If you plan to drink, arrange a designated driver, use a ride-sharing service, or take public transportation. If you feel drowsy, do not push through fatigue — rest, take breaks, and arrive safely.

Driving while impaired by alcohol, medication, or exhaustion places you and others at serious risk.

This Christmas, choose responsibility. Protect your life, your loved ones, and everyone sharing the road.

Save this message, share it with your circle, and follow us for trusted health and safety reminders throughout the festive season.

15/12/2025

Regular physical activity provides significant physical and mental health benefits.

✅Children & young people (5–17 years) should engage in an average of 60 min of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity daily.
✅Adults (18–64 years) should aim for 150–300 min of moderate-intensity aerobic activity per week to stay healthy.

https://who.int/initiatives/behealthy/physical-activity

11/12/2025

Health workers are more likely to be exposed to respiratory viruses and risk transmitting the viruses to their patients.

💉 Getting vaccinated
🧼 Washing your hands
🤧 Using respiratory etiquette (cough and sneeze into a tissue or arm/elbow)
😷 Wearing a mask when in crowded, enclosed, or poorly ventilated areas

can protect you and your patients from influenza and COVID-19.

10/12/2025

Women and girls with face disproportionately high rates of violence — often from those closest to them.

Today on the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, and every day, we’re calling for responses, services, and prevention efforts .

Safety isn't a privilege, it’s a fundamental right.

Discover why disability inclusion and gender equality are inseparable — and how intersectional advocacy advances safety, dignity, and rights for all women and girls:
👉 http://unwo.men/pfmQ50XATVB

09/12/2025

09/12/2025

Breaching privacy or confidentiality can harm survivors of gender-based violence.

Health care providers must prioritize confidentiality, trust and respect to ensure safe and supportive care environments.

08/12/2025

There is no excuse for online abuse.

Digital spaces must be safe for women and girls. Raise awareness, speak up, and help end digital violence today.