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DC offers multiple resources for students’ mental health, but some …

WEBThe Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (OEDI) is dedicated to advocating for individuals who require assistance. Also, the Durham College Student …

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Oshawa and opioids: A ‘national health epidemic’

WEBDan Carter, mayor of Oshawa, says the ongoing opioid crisis is a "national health epidemic." The death rate has risen during the COVID lockdowns and the City is …

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The evolving landscape of cancer screening for young adults

WEBThe Ontario government announced the age cutoff for breast cancer screening will go down from 50 to 40. In the news release in October, Sylvia Jones, …

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Helping students get mental health help on campus

WEBBickle said mental health is “a community approach” and suggests students seek support beyond campus resources, whether it be from a close friend or even a …

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Mindful Farm Fridays: How staff and students can find wellness at

WEBStudents and staff are finding a new way to improve their mental health and wellness through exploring the gardens at Whitby campus. ‘Mindful Farm Fridays’ is one …

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The student balancing act between mental health and online …

WEBIn July 2020, three months into the pandemic, 55 per cent of people said they were in good mental health, compared to 68 per cent in 2019. Prior to COVID-19, …

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DC offers health check-ups for international students

WEBTo achieve this, the centre has implemented the International Wellness Check to ensure students have a starting point to find everything they need to stay …

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This nurse says acknowledging mental health issues could bring

WEBWilliamson is also a co-investigator for a project that focuses on identifying the early stages of mental health problems. The goal is to improve virtual mentorship …

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Ethnic communities are vaccine hesitant for good reason

WEBThe Ontario government enforced mandatory vaccine restrictions o n Sept. 22, 2021.. It’s understandable why people are getting the vaccine.. Public Health Ontario …

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Questions raised about how wellness program should be run in …

WEBThe Ontario government recently invested more than $2-million in Indigenous mental health and addiction services in northern Ontario – an investment …

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Understanding bipolar: A personal and clinical perspective from …

WEB“Bipolar is something that I will be living with for the rest of my life,” says Amber Dickson, a Durham Region resident who is living with bipolar l. Dickson’s …

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The land where Lakeridge Health stands The Chronicle

WEBIn 1907, the Oshawa General Hospital Women’s Auxiliary, which involved 90 women, was created. In a fundraiser, the women raised $1,000, so in 1907, they …

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Mental Health: ending stigma on and off the playing field

WEBThe stigma around mental health in sports is predominantly due to the need to appear physically and mentally fit. Mental health concerns impact athlete performance …

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Gardens flourish at home, boosting mental health among Durham …

WEBAmidst the urban landscapes of Durham, residents are finding a surprising source of serenity: their own gardens. With Ontario contributing 44 per cent to Canada’s …

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Health The Chronicle

WEBThe Chronicle is created and produced by students of the Journalism – Mass Media program at Durham College in Oshawa, Ontario. The publication covers stories from …

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Students reconnect with nature and themselves at Camp Wellness

WEBBickle oversees a program, called Camp Wellness, for stressed students and staff who need time to reconnect with nature. With three activities bi-weekly, students …

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Mental health outreach programs needed in response to pandemic

WEBThe Durham Region is home to many mental health resources and emergency shelter programs.However, there should be more mental health outreach …

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MAID should not include mental health as a sole criterion for …

WEBMedical Assistance in Dying (MAID) has been an option for Canadians with “grievous and irremediable” illnesses since 2016. On March 17, 2024, legal state …

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Ontario government commits to youth mental health services in …

WEBYet Children’s Mental Health Ontario says wait times range between nine months and two-and-a-half years. Meanwhile, about 39 per cent of Ontario high-school …

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Some Durham College students getting COVID-19 vaccine

WEBSome Durham College (DC) students have already received the COVID-19 vaccination while others have turned down the chance. Since the early days of the …

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A VOLUNTEER’S STORY: 50 years of volunteering at Lakeridge Health

WEBEleanor Stevenson, 78, reaches 50 years of volunteering at hospitals in Oshawa and Whitby. Editor’s note: According to Volunteer Canada, International …

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The autistic boy who became a stand-up comedian The Chronicle

WEB“Stand Up for Mental Health” run by David Granirer, a mental health counsellor and stand-up comic, allowed McCreary to explore the world of stand-up …

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