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Understanding Avian Flu: What You Need to Know
Avian Flu? What Is It? If you have been paying attention to the news lately, you may have heard about the Avian flu, also known as the...
Feb 5, 20253 min read
Highlighting the BRAVE-F Project with CBC News
At Gateway Centre of Excellence in Rural Health (CERH), we are dedicated to improving the health and well-being of our rural communities....
Jan 8, 20251 min read
Gateway Centre of Excellence in Rural Health (CERH) Awarded $20,000 Grant from Libro Credit Union
On Monday, November 25, 2024, Gateway CERH proudly accepted a $20,000 grant from Libro Credit Union in support of the SHARP Simulation...
Dec 27, 20242 min read
“Retained Physicians Are Like Gravity” - Supporting Recruitment and Retention of Rural Physicians ft. Dr. Sarah Newbery
Conversations on access to rural healthcare focus frequently on the physician. For many, family physicians act as doorways to treatments,...
Dec 21, 20244 min read
Day 12 of 12 Days of Farm Safety: Months of Commitment
12 Months of Safety Commitment: A Year-Round Approach to Farm Safety Farm safety isn’t just for harvest season – it's a commitment every...
Dec 12, 20243 min read
Day 11 of 12 Days of Farm Safety: Electrical Checks
Why Electrical Safety is Crucial on the Farm: Farm environments combine challenging conditions- moisture, dust, and heavy machinery...
Dec 11, 20243 min read
Day 10 of 12 Days of Farm Safety: Fingers Protected
Top Tips for Hand Safety: Always Wear Gloves: Work gloves protect against cuts, scrapes, burns, and chemical exposure. Use gloves...
Dec 10, 20242 min read
Day 9 of 12 Days of Farm Safety: Tips for Chemical Safety
Farming often involves the use of agricultural chemicals such as pesticides, herbicides, fertilizers, and veterinary treatments. These...
Dec 9, 20242 min read
Day 8 of 12 Days of Farm Safety: Hours of Sleep
Harvest Better Days: Why Sleep is Every Farmer’s Secret Weapon Farming is a demanding job that requires early mornings, long hours, and...
Dec 8, 20243 min read
Day 7 of 12 Days of Farm Safety: Minutes of Stretching
Farming is more than a job—it's a lifestyle, and it demands a lot from your body. From lifting heavy loads to long hours on your feet,...
Dec 7, 20242 min read
Day 6 of 12 Days of Farm Safety: Safe Machinery Use - Smart Habits for a Safer Farm
Machinery is an essential part of modern farming. Whether it’s a baler, planter, harvester, or any other piece of powerful equipment, it...
Dec 6, 20243 min read
Day 5 of 12 Days of Farm Safety: Safe Animal Handling
Handling Animals: Safety, Confidence, and Preparation! When it comes to farming, handling large animals like cattle, horses, and pigs is...
Dec 5, 20244 min read
Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy & Speech Language Pathology in Rural Regions
Old Church in Huron County - by Sage Milne Running, jumping, walking, talking, driving and thriving in your community can be interrupted...
Dec 4, 20243 min read
Day 4 of 12 Days of Farm Safety: Fire Extinguishers
Fire Safety Starts with Preparation! When it comes to keeping your farm safe, fire preparedness is one of the most crucial steps you can...
Dec 4, 20244 min read
Day 3 of 12 Days of Farm Safety: 3 Points of Contact
Whether you’re scaling a ladder or stepping onto heavy equipment, climbing is part of daily life on the farm. However, it is also one of...
Dec 3, 20242 min read
Day 2 of 12 Days of Farm Safety: Why Visibility Matters on the Farm
Farms are often bursting with activity, even in challenging conditions like dusk, fog, or rain. High-visibility vests, reflective...
Dec 2, 20242 min read
Day 1 of 12 Days of Farm Safety: Plan for Every Emergency
Emergencies can strike at any time, and being prepared is the best way to protect your farm, your family, and your animals. Whether it’s...
Dec 1, 20243 min read
Gateway CERH Hosts BRAVE-F Screening for Rural Volunteer Firefighters in Ethel
On November 19th, 2024, Gateway Centre of Excellence in Rural Health (CERH) hosted another successful BRAVE-F screening event in Ethel,...
Nov 26, 20241 min read
Gateway CERH Represents at 76th Annual Perth County Municipal Association Meeting
On November 20, 2024, Gwen Devereaux, President of Gateway Centre of Excellence in Rural Health (CERH), and Tom Melady, Retired Farmer...
Nov 26, 20241 min read
Gateway Centre of Excellence in Rural Health (CERH) Receives Generous Donation from Zehrs Goderich
On Monday, November 11th, Gateway CERH’s President, Gwen Devereaux, Board Chair, Dan Stringer, Board Secretary, Nancy Simpson, and...
Nov 14, 20241 min read
Participate in Rural Research - Study on Urban Exodus - University of Guelph
We hope you are doing well. This is an invitation for your participation in a research project being conducted by Dr. Sara Epp and Dr....
Oct 31, 20241 min read
Two lectures: Twice the learning!
Montmorency Falls in Québec by Sage Milne In the month of October, Gateway Centre of Excellence in Rural Health (CERH) featured two...
Oct 29, 20243 min read
Announcing: BONUS Lecture on Immigrant Health Care
Gateway Centre of Excellence in Rural Health (CERH), working with the Huron County Immigration Partnership , is excited to announce an...
Sep 30, 20242 min read
Meet Meagan & Neeliah, Research Assistants
Gateway Centre of Excellence in Rural Health (CERH) welcomes two new research assistants to the Gateway CERH Team, Meagan Tamming and...
Sep 26, 20241 min read
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