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Canada is known for having one of the best health care systems in the world. Citizens and permanent residents have easy access to high quality, prepaid medical and physician services. Together with its fresh air and clean environs, quality produce and province-based health programs, learn how Manitobans enjoy active and healthy living to the fullest.
Quick Facts
- The Health Sciences Centre is the largest hospital in Winnipeg employing around 6000 people.
- Research has shown that immigrants are less likely to take advantage of mental health services than non-immigrants.
- According to studies done by the Immigrant Health Program at the Elisabeth Bruyère Research Institute in Ottawa, immigrants and refugees are healthier than the general Canadian population when they arrive, but their health suffers after they start living in Canada.
Newest Health Care Articles
How to stay fit and active indoors
Did you know that leading a sedentary lifestyle puts you at 112% higher risk of developing diabetes and 147% higher… Read more »
Caring for sick kids this season
Colds and flu have a higher incidence in Manitoba from fall through winter. This season, in addition to seasonal flu,… Read more »
5 tips for great reproductive health in Manitoba
*Note: Often the phrase “women’s health care” is used. Since “woman” is a gender (how you see yourself) and not… Read more »
How to prepare your child for COVID-19 vaccination: Tips for nervous parents
Children in Manitoba from six months and older can now get their COVID-19 vaccine. They will be getting the Moderna… Read more »
Recent Health Care Articles, CLB3-4
How to stay fit and active indoors
Did you know that leading a sedentary lifestyle puts you at 112% higher risk of developing diabetes and 147% higher… Read more »
5 effective and easy ways to handle extreme heat this season
We all look forward to warm summer days but the temperatures we’re experiencing right now can be too much. Extreme… Read more »
Spring cleaning in the time of COVID-19: Here’s how to sanitize your home
Here’s a guide to help keep your home and surroundings safe and virus-free in time for spring cleaning season. General… Read more »
Tips to protect yourself and your family during flu season
Flu season in Canada starts from late fall until winter. Protect yourself and everyone around you by following these tips:… Read more »
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Health Workshops
This is a series of workshops related to health. Workshops 1 is geared towards CLB 3-4. Workshop 2 is geared… Read more »