As summer gets closer we all get busy making plans and enjoying the outdoors. Here at Winterberry we’re busy as well. Every month we take care of thousands of patients (more than a mid-level emergency room) in a caring, highly skilled and professional way. I’m proud of our ability to help all of our patients live their best life year round. Thank you for trusting your care to our team and have a great June!
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May, 2024
Summer is on its way and with it can come heat and smoke risks.
We all look forward to summer but along with the good times can come health risks. One of the most common risks is too much heat. Watch for the danger signs that tell you that your body needs to cool off: A heat rash; red or pink blotches usually found on the neck, chest and elbow creases. Be on the lookout for heat cramps and heat exhaustion that show up as heavy sweating, weakness, dizziness, nausea, vomiting and fainting. And lastly be vigilant for signs of heat stroke: All the symptoms of heat exhaustion plus possible confusion, hot body temperatures and skin that’s hot and dry or damp. These symptoms are a medical emergency, seek help and cool the person down right away by calling 911 or visiting a nearby urgent or emergency clinic.
The Winterberry team is here for you.
Online booking link is now live!
At Winterberry one of our highest priorities is to make sure you have quick and easy access to care when you need it. That’s why we’re excited to announce that our new online booking link is now live. Logging in is simple and easy and once you’re into the portal you’ll be able to book appointments with no waiting on hold. We hope that you will use our new booking link to book your next appointment! https://chat.mikatahealth.com/vYve5bNaCChAyp
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Smoke in the air? Know this:
Knowing the air quality each day along with the associated health risks, is critical information you need to make informed choices about outdoor activity. To keep you and your family breathing easier bookmark this page for local conditions, forecasts, wildfire smoke, health risks, pollutants, weather, educational tool kits and publications.
Team Spotlight
Shanna, Nurse Practitioner
Each month we showcase one of our team members and this month we’re getting to know Shanna better through a series of Winterberry Q+As:
Helping You To Know Us Better
Meet Shanna. Making patient and community lives better.
Shanna, what’s your job title?
Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
What is your background?
I began nursing 10 years ago. I spent 5 years as a RN in orthopedics and in the general surgery/GI/hepatology department. I have been an NP for close to 5 years now. I started as a NP in the orthopedics department and have been with Winterberry almost 4 years now.
What made you want to go into this aspect of healthcare?
I wanted to go into primary health care because I enjoy seeing people over the continuum of their life. I am passionate about preventing illness and optimization of chronic diseases.
What type of work do you do in your role?
I see patients of all ages and stages in their life. I assess patients, order tests, diagnose, prescribe, and provide treatment. A few years ago, I obtained certification for Gender Affirming Care through Rainbow Health and have been providing gender affirming care since. I manage hormone levels, provide medications, and complete referrals for surgery. I also aid in management of minor surgical complications.
To read the full Q+A please visit: https://www.winterberrymedical.ca/2024/05/27/meet-shanna-primary-care-nurse-practitioner/
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