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Ontario Chronic Disease Prevention Alliance: Providing collaborative leadership to support a comprehensive chronic disease prevention system for Ontario.

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#DYK If everyone who’s currently inactive got their recommended 30 minutes of exercise daily, we could prevent 1 in 7 cases of Alzheimer’s? Exercise matters – join the Kinesiology Movement! #WorldAlzheimersMonth
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Access to nutritional foods is critical to helping prevent a range of chronic diseases. patientengagementhit.com/new…

How Food Swamps, Food Security Led to Chronic Disease, Obesity | Te...

A new report found that places with more retail food establishments likely to sell unhealthy food also have high chronic disease and obesity rates, outlining the impact of food swamps.

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New case study out now! Check out @Health_Enviro's post below for all the details
Canadian Health Assoc for Sustainability & Equity (@Health_Enviro) profile pictureCanadian Health Assoc for Sustainability & Equity@Health_Enviro28 Nov 2022
New Case Study: See how @SMDhealthunit is addressing #climatechange with training, healthy public policies & #CollectiveImpact. #IndigenousPeoples #PublicHealth @OPHA_Ontario @ciphi_national @ncceh @PHA_BC @HealthPromoters @GovCanHealth chasecanada.org/2022/11/25/a…
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ICYMI: The number of Canadians whose benefits plan has a Health Spending Account has nearly doubled in the last five years. It’s clear why – 94% of plan members and 93% of plan sponsors like them. (1/2)
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I'm thrilled to work for OPHA, who puts the health of Ontarians (and all Canadians) as it's top priority with every decision we make. We are a small non-profit that has a big impact on important health issues. Please consider supporting OPHA and our mission by donating today!
Ontario Public Health Association (@OPHA_Ontario) profile pictureOntario Public Health Association@OPHA_Ontario29 Nov 2022
Thank you for your ongoing support of the Ontario Public Health Association (OPHA). Today is Giving Tuesday and we’d like to extend this opportunity to make a special contribution to further the work of OPHA!
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From the National Institute of Aging (US) on the impact of exercise on chronic conditions for the elderly. nia.nih.gov/health/exercisin…
Exercising With Chronic Conditions

Exercising With Chronic Conditions

You can still exercise with most health conditions and benefit from it. Talk with your doctor about how your health condition might affect your ability to be active.

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Did you know that there are many opportunities to work with children within the kinesiology field? Meet Karen Pratt, R.Kin, MSc., one of our speakers for our upcoming KIN TALKS career event on December 1st from 6:00pm-7:30pm EST. (1/2)
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"When even simple tasks can test your day-to-day living, exercise may seem like an impossibility. However, it has its benefits. Dr. Schwartz recommends exercise for those with chronic illness but advises keeping in mind limitations". verywellfit.com/how-to-begin…
Managing Exercise and Health Conditions

Managing Exercise and Health Conditions

The benefits of exercise are endless, but certain conditions may require modifications. Learn how exercise may help to manage stress and prevent injuries and disease.

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The amount of steps and you take in a day and the intensity of your pace has a significant impact on your risk of chronic disease. medicalnewstoday.com/article…
How many steps to take a day by age, fitness goals, and more

How many steps to take a day by age, fitness goals, and more

The ideal number of steps per day depends on a person's age and other factors. However, most adults can aim for 10,000 steps per day. Learn more here.

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On Wednesday, October 26th from 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm, the Ontario Kinesiology Association’s Kinesiology Evidence and Engagement Network team will be hosting a live ZOOM webinar on Exercise Recommendations for Atrial Fibrillation with Dr. Jennifer Reed. (1/2)
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Yesterday was #WorldMentalHealthDay and let’s remember that mental health conditions can drag down our health holistically. People with major depression or schizophrenia are up to 60% more likely to die prematurely of unattended physical issues. (1/2)
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"Robust evidence exists to support the fact that increased exercise reduces the risk of cancer. This applies to thirteen different cancers, including breast, bladder, colon, kidney, oesophagus, endometrium and stomach". openaccessgovernment.org/pre…
Physical activity to prevent chronic diseases

Physical activity to prevent chronic diseases

Dr Deborah Lee from Dr Fox Online Pharmacy, considers the role of physical activity to prevent chronic diseases

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Getting ready for school? We offer free student memberships to Kinesiology students. Find out more at bit.ly/OKA-Membership #Kinesiology
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Both employers and employees benefit when well-being programs are provided by employers. benefitscanada.com/benefits/…
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Men, looking to get more out of life? If we all reduced our excess sitting to under three hours a day, we could increase our collective life expectancy by two years! If you’re not seeing a Kinesiologist, now’s the time to start. #CanadianMensHealthMonth @menshealthfdn
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@menshealthfdn15 Jun 2022
It’s Men’s Health Week! Visit our Move For Your Mental Health 2022 campaign page today to discover what you can do to start moving, support others and learn why physical activity is so powerful for the mind. dcm.tips/3ofzDXI #MOVE4MentalHealth
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It's #WoundHealing Awareness Month! Join Catherine Phillips at our Patient Journey Conference to learn how #woundcare can be improved by emphasizing the concepts of vulnerability & participatory care. Register at woundscanada2022.ca to join us June 9-10! #PatientAdvovacy
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Hypertension affects 25% of the world’s population. Exercise can help - it can reduce blood pressure regardless of initial blood pressure level, gender, exercise level and other factors. Are you getting enough exercise? Ask your doctor about Kinesiology – a Kin can help!
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This #NutritionMonth dietitians want to help you make food choices that are good for your future. 🥕🥬🍅 We asked Heart & Stroke dietitian Kathryn Rand for her thoughts. Learn more about healthy eating after a diagnosis by clicking below. #YourFutureIsHealthy

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#DYK exercise improves blood flow and memory, and stimulates your brain to boost learning, mood and thinking? Add exercise to your routine – your brain will thank you! #BrainAwarenessWeek #Kinesiology @BrainCanada
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Skills for Change is partnering with @DiabetesCanada for a presentation on March 2! Through this presentation, participants will benefit by increasing their knowledge and understanding about #diabetes. Register today: ow.ly/YZvB50I5LJa
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