Children's Environmental Health Clinic Ontario

Embrace the transformative power of nature on your healing journey. Get your nature prescriptions and let joy rejuvenate your spirit, and overall well-being. Discover a healthier, happier you. 🌿 🙂💚 #NaturePrescription #Natureheals #healthandwellness #healthpromotion #Memes

Meet Lauren Mascarenhas! "My current involvement with ChEHC ON is in supporting the launch of the Nature for Healing program and conducting focus groups with key stakeholders in our community to learn about facilitators and barriers to implementation.” - Lauren Welcome Lauren!

Today we are discussing the impacts of heatwaves on transportation, education, and agriculture. Swipe to learn more! #Heat #HeatWaves #MedTwitter #planetaryhealth #climatechange #impacts

The air quality around Ontario has deteriorated due to wildfire smoke. Remember to stay safe by considering the tips below.

Meet one of our Research Scientists, Dr. Eric Lavigne! “I investigate the health risks of air pollution and climate change on child health and how we can mitigate those risks." - Dr. Lavigne Welcome to the team Dr. Lavigne!

You've probably heard about climate change, but do you know what the urban heat island effect is? Swipe through to learn about the urban heat island effect, how humans are contributing to climate change, and how we can all help to mitigate it. #MedTwitter #ClimateCrisis #heatwave

Meet Heather Schwartz-Narbonne! Her current research work with ChEHC ON includes a survey of sustainability practices at hospitals in Ontario and a scoping review of potential paediatric exposures mediated by snow ingestion.

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Did you know that heatwaves impact all children globally? Swipe to learn about the global impacts of heatwaves and to hear about the experiences of children living around the world. #climatechange #heatwave #heat #planetaryhealth #climatecrisis #publichealth #MedTwitter

Meet Dr. Andrea Ens! “As a pediatric endocrinologist, I am keen to better understand the impact the environment has on child health and well-being. Specifically, I am interested in helping to create safe places for children to play and grow.” - Dr. Ens schulich.uwo.ca/paediatrics/ab…

Wildfire season is here and so is the smoke! Read below to learn about wildfire smoke, how it impacts human health, and how you can protect yourself. #MedTwitter #ClimateCrisis #ClimateChange #PlanetaryHEALTH #WildfireSmoke #wildfires #publichealth #Heat

Today is the launch of the Nature for Healing program at Children’s Hospital! Be sure to ask your healthcare provider at Children’s Hospital about Nature Prescriptions and the many benefits of connecting with nature. #NatureforHealing #medtwitter @LHSCCanada @CHFHope

We are thrilled to launch the Nature for Healing Program at Children's Hospital this Wednesday, June 7th! Stay tuned for our post tomorrow to learn more about Nature Prescriptions and connecting with nature at Children's Hospital. #NatureforHealing #Nature #environment #health

Meet Dr. Isaac Luginaah! Dr. Luginaah is a Distinguished University Professor in the Department of Geography and Environment at Western University. His research interests include environment and health, population health, and GIS applications in health.

Our Planetary Health and Nature for Healing Survey will be closing soon, but there is still time to give us your feedback on sustainability initiatives and the Nature for Healing program at Children’s Hospital. All voices are welcome! uwo.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bH…

The warm weather has arrived, but do you have a heat plan? Read these infographics to learn about heat plans and your options for staying cool this summer. #heat #heatawareness #heatsafety #heatplan #parksafety #education #environment #health #environmentalhealth #medtwitter

Meet Wuraola Dada-Phillips, who will be joining our team as a Research Student! She is currently pursuing her MPH at Western University and is committed to promoting environmental health awareness and making a positive impact.

Watch for part three of our extreme heat series that will be posted next week!

Did you know that extreme heat can affect your mental health in addition to your physical health? Swipe through these slides to learn more about how extreme heat can affect our moods and can interact with certain medications.

Dr. Garcia-Bournissen is a pediatrician, clinician scientist, and clinical pharmacologist. His interest in environmental health stems from his concern about the potential impact of environmental exposures on children’s and pregnant women’s health.