Advance Care Planning is a workshop that provides information, education, and guidance on the processes for completing Goals of Care (GOC), Personal Directives (PD), and Enduring Power of Attorney (EPA) documents. Join an ESPCN Social Worker who can help answer your questions and provide insight from a medical perpective. During this workshop you will: Workshop…
When was the last time you thought about your colon health? It might not be the most exciting topic, but talking to your primary care provider about your screening options could be the most important conversation you have this year. What is colorectal cancer? Colorectal cancer typically starts as polyps, which are small growths inside…
This is a 6-week program that helps you cultivate a healthy and satisfying relationship with food, your body, and physical activity. This program challenges popular short-term and unsustainable diet rules and instead teaches you the skill of focusing on your body’s hunger and fullness cues to guide eating. Instead of someone else telling you what…
For Randy, the philosophy of “Keep Your Brain Active” extends beyond mere advice—it’s a guiding principle that has transformed his life. With a career spanning over 35 years in the Health and Safety industry, Randy understands the importance of maintaining one’s health. However, his own journey towards cognitive wellness began with a personal challenge that…
A REFERRAL FROM YOUR DOCTOR IS REQUIRED FOR THIS PROGRAM GLA:D Back is an evidence-based treatment program for individuals with persistent and/or recurrent back pain that negatively affects their everyday life and function. The GLA:D program consists of self-management education classes and exercise therapy. It originated in Demark with results in patient outcomes showing a…
What is a PCCA? Proactive Care Coordination Assistants (PCCAs) play a key role in coordinating care for at-risk groups and arranging preventative screenings within the Patient’s Medical Home. This enables physicians to focus on patients while ensuring others don’t fall through the cracks. At the Edmonton Southside Primary Care Network (ESPCN), PCCAs improve continuity of…
Did you know that regular screenings can help prevent 90% of cervical cancers?1 A Pap test detects abnormal cervical cells caused by human papillomavirus (HPV). When these abnormal cells are found early, they can be treated before cervical cancer has a chance to develop. Family doctors, nurse practitioners, and registered nurses who are certified in…
The holiday season is a time of joy and relaxation. However, for many reasons, the holidays can also be overwhelming or a source of stress. For some people, this time of year comes with feelings of depression, anxiety, and loneliness. Fortunately, there are simple strategies to help manage our mental health this holiday season. Mental…
Do you ever think about falling? You’re not alone. As we age, both the chance and the consequence of falling increases, making us think about the risk of falling more often. According to this Finding Balance Alberta fact sheet, in 2021 there were over 10,000 fall-related hospital admissions. In fact, falls reportedly led to more…