Health
What do you know about postpartum depression?
June 20, 2023
The Mental Health Services team at Canadian Forces Health Services Centre (Atlantic) has produced this article to spread awareness of a common, but not often talked about mental illness which impacts many of our Defence Team members and their families: Post-partum Depression
How do you protect yourself, child plus your pets from tick-borne diseases?
June 13, 2023
After going for a hike in the vicinity of CFB Shilo, or elsewhere in Manitoba, perform a thorough tick check after being outdoors. Inspect yourself, your children and pets for ticks and remove any ticks found as soon as possible. Do not stop if you find one tick — there may be more. Bathing soon after coming indoors is a good way to find ticks.
Sizzling temperatures: what do you know about heat stress prevention?
June 7, 2023
The latest reading for the CFB Shilo Wet Bulb Global Temperature (WBGT) Outdoor Heat Stress monitor at 9:45 a.m. was 26.6 degrees. This advisory is in effect until June 7 at 1800 hrs.
Effectively remove ticks using fine pair of tweezers
April 11, 2023
Here in Shilo and its vast hinterland, some of us have lost the battle dealing with wood or “dog ticks” while enjoying hikes through grassy areas with our canine companions in and around the Base or perhaps on the Sprucewood trails.
Stop shopping at community pharmacies – CFB Shilo’s pharmacy can fill your needs
April 4, 2023
Are you a military member? Do you drive to Brandon to buy medications like Tylenol and Advil from civilian stores like Shoppers Drug Mart? If you answered yes to both of those questions, consider visiting the pharmacy at 11 CF Health Services Centre on this Base.
April is dental health month — teach children at early age proper dental hygiene
April 4, 2023
April is dental health month, so what better time for 1 Dental Unit Det Shilo to share information concerning children’s oral health. Start proper dental hygiene at a young age, once your child starts with their baby teeth.
Keep your dog healthy — what is canine parvo?
March 26, 2023
Canine parvovirus (CPV) is a severe and highly contagious disease which predominantly affects puppies. It first appeared in 1977 and now is found worldwide.
April is tobacco cessation month for military members
March 25, 2023
CFB Shilo’s Health Promotion team in conjunction with 11 Health Services plus the Base pharmacy want to let you know we are here to support you on your journey to a healthier you. With this in mind, Health Promotion offers the following 16 Quit Smoking tips as part of tobacco cessation month.
Brush your dog’s teeth part of canine dental health
February 1, 2023
February is often promoted as pet dental health month in the veterinary industry. One of the greatest challenges I face as a vet is explaining dental disease to my clients. Many owners are unaware of their pet’s dental health beyond bad breath.
Long, dark winter days certainly have an impact on our mood
January 24, 2023
At this time of year, a small percentage of Canadians suffer from a clinical condition called seasonal affective disorder (SAD). SAD is characterized by serious symptoms of depression caused by the winter season. Many other Canadians also suffer milder symptoms such as sadness and unhappiness during the winter season, which is more commonly referred to as “the winter blues.”
