I hope you’re enjoying a safe and happy summer with friends and family. Summer can be a wonderful time to reconnect with loved ones, travel, and enjoy the outdoors — but it’s also a time when we need to be mindful of our health. If you’re planning day trips or vacations, stay hydrated, avoid overexertion during the hottest hours, and check the Air Quality Health Index (AQHI) before heading outside, especially on days with wildfire smoke. Our team is always here if you need advice on staying well this season.
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July, 2025
Summer Health Tips: Stay Cool, Breathe Easy, and Meet Trisha!

Summer is in full swing, and with it comes sun, heat, and a few challenges for staying healthy and active. Whether you’re heading outdoors for summer fun, managing your energy in rising temperatures, or wondering how wildfire smoke might affect your plans, we’ve got you covered. This month’s newsletter is all about helping you beat the heat, protect your lungs, and stay informed — plus, we’re excited to introduce you to a key member of our Winterberry team, Trisha from Administration.

Message from our Medical Director

Stay Cool. Stay Safe.
Summer heat can be tough on your body, but a few simple steps can help you stay safe. Keep hydrated by sipping water often, even before you’re thirsty. On especially hot days, take breaks indoors — community Cooling Stations, libraries, and malls are great options. If you notice heavy sweating, dizziness, or nausea, it could be heat exhaustion — move to a cool place, rest, and drink water.

Message from Patient Liaison Rachel
Have a question about your care? Reach out anytime — I’m here to help.
City of Hamilton Summer Events & Festivals
Hamilton Summer Events CalendarWildfire Smoke and Air Quality Updates
Air Quality Health Index – HamiltonCooling Centres and Heat Alerts
Heat Warnings and Cooling StationsSummer Safety Tips from Public Health
Ontario Health – Beat the HeatNews
Welcome new team members!
At Winterberry, we’re growing to serve you better! This summer, we’re excited to welcome several new faces to our team. Each brings their own skills, energy, and passion for helping our patients live their best lives. From clinical staff to support roles, these new team members share one goal: to make your visits as smooth, comfortable, and personalized as possible.

Team Spotlight

Trisha, Administrator
Each month, we introduce you to one of the friendly faces who make Winterberry such a welcoming place.
Helping You To Know Us Better
Meet Trisha from Administration.
This month we were thrilled to catch up to Trisha, one of our newest team members. Trisha is making a great contribution to the smooth and efficient running of our offices and we’re so glad to have her on the team. Check out our Q+A with Trisha to get to know her a little better!
How long have you been with Winterberry?
I have been with Winterberry for about 3 and half months and it has been amazing. The staff here are fantastic and very welcoming.
Tell us about your work at Winterberry. What’s your role?
I am the Office Assistant at Winterberry Family Medicine. I am responsible for ordering and receiving our supplies in both of our locations as well as our newly acquired physio clinic. It’s my job to make sure that the staff has all the necessary supplies they need so that we can provide the best possible service. I have also been helping our physio and admin team whenever they need extra coverage. I keep our offices tidy and organized and help with troubleshooting tech issues with the help of our IT team. I just try to help the team the best that I can, whenever I can.
What made you want to work in administration?
I got into administration in a very unconventional way and did not know much about the profession. I soon realized that it’s a job that I genuinely enjoy that suits my personality and can utilize my skills. I love a job where I can help people in any way possible.
What made you want to be part of the Winterberry team compared to other clinics?
When I was going through my application with Winterberry and researching about the clinic, I was really interested and fascinated by their progressive approach to health care! I love that they were embracing how healthcare has changed so much from what was considered traditional.
Is there an average day in the Administration department at Winterberry?
To be completely honest, no! I think that’s what is interesting about working in administration, you just never know what could happen in your day. There is always something new and something different. I like it because it keeps me on my toes.
What is your favourite part of your job?
Just to piggyback on my previous answer. I really appreciate the spontaneity of my job. Some days I am needed at reception admin or I’m doing behind the scenes administrative work. Other days I am building a chair or running to a store to grab supplies. It’s really fun.
When you’re not at Winterberry, what will we find you doing?
When I’m not working, you’ll find me outdoors, out on a hike with my dog, friends, and family, or playing whatever sport I’m currently interested in.
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