How can I take action?
On Tuesday I sat down and shared Jude with you. Some of you have been with me longer and already knew a lot of what… Read More »How can I take action?
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On my boys’ birthday
Originally posted on Facebook, January 16, 2018 Today is Thomas and Jude’s birthday. Thomas is four, and Jude isn’t, and the reality of this is… Read More »On my boys’ birthday
Let’s talk about effectiveness
There’s an elephant in the room. The media is reporting that this year’s flu shot is only 10% effective, and that isn’t the news that… Read More »Let’s talk about effectiveness
What’s in my flu shot, and why?
One of the things I’m asked about most frequently is the ingredients in the flu shot. Even though the flu shot is the most rigorously… Read More »What’s in my flu shot, and why?
Goalkeepers – A Report Card on World Health
Justin Trudeau is heading to New York tomorrow for two days packed with events. Part of that trip includes a discussion with Melinda Gates at… Read More »Goalkeepers – A Report Card on World Health
How herd immunity is protecting you and your child and why you should be concerned if you rely on herd immunity
Graphic has no sound and takes only six seconds! How’s THAT for a title? Catchy, right? More and more I hear people ask, ‘why… Read More »How herd immunity is protecting you and your child and why you should be concerned if you rely on herd immunity
Points for consistency? The case for public health in personal choice.
I check the ‘on this day’ app most days, for the chance some adorable memory will pop up. Today Facebook reminded me of this day,… Read More »Points for consistency? The case for public health in personal choice.
Do I have the flu?
A few weeks ago we talked a little about getting sick after having the flu shot. With norovirus circulating in a big way right now… Read More »Do I have the flu?
Roald Dahl and his Olivia
We’ve all grown up on Roald Dahl’s beautiful stories of extraordinary children and the magical things that happen to them. What we might be less… Read More »Roald Dahl and his Olivia
I got the flu shot – why am I sick?
It’s that time of year again! We’ve been building towards it for the past couple months and doing our best to prepare our own family,… Read More »I got the flu shot – why am I sick?
1,373 lab-confirmed influenza cases as of Dec. 3 – The Toronto Star
Are you ready? It’s here! And we’re just seeing the beginning of what will be the peak season. If you haven’t had your flu shot… Read More »1,373 lab-confirmed influenza cases as of Dec. 3 – The Toronto Star
Trillium Health Partners – Flu Vaccination is the Best Protection Against Influenza
Last month I participated in a project with Trillium Health Partners in Mississauga. Together with Trillium President and CEO Michelle DiEmanuele, Mississauga East-Cooksville MP Peter Fonseca, Mississauga… Read More »Trillium Health Partners – Flu Vaccination is the Best Protection Against Influenza