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Mental Health During the Holidays

December 12, 2019

Holidays can be filled with joy and celebration, however, they can also bring sadness, grief, anxiety, stress, fatigue, and loneliness. The holidays can be a difficult time for anyone with mental illness, substance use problems, or people dealing with grief.

Community Health In Armstrong

The Armstrong Site of NorWest Community Health Centres serves the residents of Armstrong, the Whitesands First Nation, and other residents in the area. The site offers a number of services including:

Primary health care by a Nurse Practitioner with Physician services provided as needed in Thunder Bay
Telemedicine connection for long-distance (videoconference) appointments with participating doctors and specialists
Specialized diabetes care and information through Diabetes Mobile Health Services
Smoking cessation (quit smoking and tobacco use other than ceremonial)
Specialized foot care through Diabetes Mobile Health Services
Walk-In Clinic