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Program:
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Health Promotion - Chronic Disease Prevention
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Organization:
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Northwestern Health Unit
Kenora
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Address:
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210 First St N
Kenora, ON
P9N 2K4
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Location:
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- Located at First St N within the former Mount Carmel School
- Closest intersection is at First St N and Matheson St S
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Service Description:
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Addresses public health issues and promotes healthy livingAdministers health promotion and disease prevention programs within the Kenora and Rainy River Districts
Provides programs and services to alleviate and prevent chronic diseaseCollaborates with community nursing teams, external coalitions and agencies to implement the programsAdministers the following programs and services:- Active Living - Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviour
- Healthy Living
- Nutrition
- Tobacco Free Living
Focuses on the following areas in an effort to reduce premature death and disability from chronic disease and injury and substance abuse:- Injury Prevention
- Substance Abuse Prevention
Health Works- Provides various health-related resources including pamphlets, posters and assessment tools to workplaces on how they can improve the health of their work environment
- Offers a comprehensive workplace health promotion model that includes start-up packages, health hazard checklists and safe water information
Skin Cancer Prevention- Promotes sun safety and protective measures and the risks associated with exposure to the harmful ultraviolet rays from the sun and artificial sources
Services and Programs:
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Active Living
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Injury Prevention
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Nutrition
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Tobacco / Vape Free Living
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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No restrictions
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Area Served:
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Kenora and Rainy River
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