Wetaskiwin Primary Care Network

08/27/2026

Give your body a daily boost with Vitamin C!

Vitamin C is an essential nutrient that supports overall health and helps keep your body functioning at its best. Since your body can't produce it naturally, it's important to get enough through nutritious foods and supplements.

Looking for more ways to stay healthy and feel your best? Your primary care provider or PCN can connect you with trusted information, helpful resources, and local supports designed to meet your needs. www.wetaskiwinpcn.ca

08/24/2026

As summer heats up, climate distress can too.

Wildfires, smoke-filled air, floods, and extreme heat can affect more than our physical health. For many people seeing, breathing, and experiencing these events can contribute to feelings of worry, stress, grief, and anxiety.

If climate change is affecting your mental well-being, you are not alone, and support is available. 💜

Learn more about coping with climate related stress through the Canadian Mental Health Association: https://cmha.ca/news/climate-change-and-mental-health-finding-ways-to-cope

You can also talk to your family doctor or primary care provider about support.

08/21/2026

Back to school can mean more asthma flare-ups for kids, thanks to increased exposure to viruses, allergens and other triggers. Follow these five tips to avoid what's known as the 'September Spike":

✅book an asthma check-up for your child before school starts
✅get back into consistent medication routines and ensure your child always has access to their inhaler
✅help your child understand their asthma triggers and how to avoid them
✅ensure the school is aware of your child's action plan in the event of an asthma attack
✅keep your child home from school when they're sick

Watch for early symptoms and seek medical advice as needed from your primary care provider and PCN team: www.wetaskiwinpcn.ca

08/19/2026

Check out this event happening in our community this weekend!

📣 HAPPENING THIS SATURDAY 📣

This Saturday is going to be a BIG one at the Salvation Army Thrift Store in Wetaskiwin! ☀️❤️

We’re bringing together Customer Appreciation Day AND Sally’s Supplies Spectacular BBQ for a full day of shopping, food, fun, and community!

🛍️ Customer Appreciation | 9 AM–5 PM
✨ $10 bags of clothing
✨ Everything else 50% OFF
✨ Free cake & coffee!

🎒 Sally’s Supplies Spectacular BBQ | 11 AM–3 PM
🌭 Food & drinks
🎉 Fun for the whole family
✏️ School supplies for the kids

📅 Saturday, August 22
📍 4805–49 Street, Wetaskiwin

Mark your calendars, bring the family, and come spend the day with us! We can’t wait! 🥳❤️

08/14/2026

With summer vacations winding down and the school bells around the corner, it's the perfect time to get organized for the new year. Don't forget to include your primary care team as part of your planning; they can help prepare your family for back to school with:

💚Regular checkups and reviewing &refilling medications like asthma inhalers.
💚Mental health and other resources to help adjust back into routine.
💚Snack and lunch tips to help your kids fuel their minds and bodies

To learn more, make an appointment with your primary care provider or visit: www.wetaskiwinpcn.ca

08/12/2026

🍎As kids and teens head back to school, they may face new social situations and peer pressure. One of the best ways to help them navigate these moments is to start the conversation early.

Here are a few ways to prepare your child:
🚗Have a plan. Let them know that they can always call or text if they need a safe ride home.
💙Build confidence. Remind them that it's okay to walk away from situations that don't feel right.
👂Keep the conversation going. One talk isn't enough. Regular, judgment-free check-ins help build trust.

This International Youth Day, let's support young people by giving them the confidence and tools to make healthy choices at school, with friends and beyond.

Looking for more ways to support your child's health and wellbeing? Your primary care provider or PCN can connect you with trusted information, resources and local support. www.wetaskiwinpcn.ca

08/07/2026

Having a regular primary care provider can make it easier to manage your health, access preventative care, and get support when you need it.

There are currently more than 1,000 family doctors and nurse practitioners accepting new patients across Alberta. 💡

Looking for a clinic, family doctor or nurse practitioner? Resources are available to help. Visit albertafindaprovider.com to start your search or ask the Wetaskiwin Primary Care Network about connecting with a health care provider.

08/05/2026

Summer gets busy, but nourishing your body doesn't have to be complicated. ☀️

Keeping a few easy, nutritious snacks on hand can help you stay energized between meals and make it easier to meet your nutrition needs.

Try these nutrient-rich snack swaps:

🍓Swap candy for fresh fruit
🥕Swap chips for veggies with hummus or tzatziki
🥤Swap sugary pop for plain or flavoured sparkling water
🍪Swap cookies for apple slices with peanut butter or a handful of nuts

What are your favourite healthy snack swaps?

07/30/2026

Looking for a healthy way to spend a summer day? 👟🌱🌷🪨

Getting outside is a great way to move your body, reduce stress and reconnect with nature.

If you're looking to explore somewhere new this summer, Parks Canada is offering free admission to all national parks (including Banff National Park), national historic sites and national marine conservation areas from June 19 to September 7 through the Canada Strong Pass initiative!

Looking for more ways to stay active and support your well-being? Visit www.wetaskiwinpcn.ca to learn more about local programs, workshops, and health resources in our community.

07/28/2026

🚨We interrupt your regularly scheduled summer fun with a quick reminder: a few healthy habits can help you make the most of the season!

💦Stay hydrated and protected from the sun

🫂Connect with others

👟Move your body

🍓Eat what's in season

👩🏻‍⚕️If you feel unwell, book an appointment with your primary care provider.