Local doctor launching e-learning series to help residents cope

A Sarnia doctor is launching a free “Lockdown Learning Series” to help people cope with the current emergency measures.

“We felt our community could really benefit from (the concept) and we’re inviting people to share their own requests for future topics on our social media channels,” Pearson said.

The first session is set for Wednesday, April 8, from 6:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Pearson said he and nutrition and fitness expert Adam Vanhoogenhuize will share tips to boost the immune system, manage pain, and add activities to your day.

To register for our next session, click here.

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COVID-19 Essential Services Update

**In case you missed it**

 As of April 4th, Ontario Cannabis Stores are no longer on the list of essential services and have been forced to close. The new list of 44 essential services has been paired down from 74 released less than two weeks ago, in an ongoing effort to increase physical distancing and save lives.

This news does not impact the medical cannabis access stream, however.

You’ve often heard me talk about the reasons why people shouldn’t use the recreational cannabis stream to self-medicate. Namely, because there are contraindications, comorbidities and drug interactions that can only be assessed by a qualified medical professional. While cannabis has an excellent safety profile, like any medication, it can cause harm if used inappropriately.

If you have been using cannabis to self-manage a medical condition, now may be the time to consider booking a virtual or telephone appointment for a medical cannabis consultation.  In addition to ensuring you receive a proper medical evaluation, medically authorized cannabis is also tax deductible and there is better access to the non-impairing CBD products.

Full article available here.

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Lockdown Learning Series: Free Virtual Event

As we head into another week of physical distancing and at-home isolation, it is critical to connect with others and practice self-care.

I’ve teamed up with experts in the fields of medicine, fitness, nutrition, relationships, and more, to bring you a live e-learning series that will bring us together and keep our minds and bodies strong—all while having a little fun!

In our first session, I’ll be joined by nutrition and fitness expert, Adam Vanhoogenhuize from O2 Fuel, and we’ll be sharing our top tips for boosting your immune system, managing pain, improving sleep, and adding a little activity into your day, while you’re not able to take part in your regular activities.

Learning something new and engaging in activities you enjoy are the foundation of self-care and key to helping you stay positive & healthy at this time.  We can’t wait to connect with you at our first event!

To join this FREE online event, register at: www.drblakepearson.org/events

COVID-19 At-Home Screening Tool

COVID-19 At-Home Screening Tool: Click Here.

If you think you have COVID-19 symptoms or have been in close contact with someone who has the virus, Service Ontario has created this helpful self-assessment tool to help determine whether you need to seek further care. 

This is a great resource and we urge anyone with concerns to take the brief online assessment. It only takes a minute and once completed, you’ll know what to do next: Either stay home and continue to monitor your symptoms or call your doctor or telehealth.

Calling your own family physician is always the best choice for continuity of care – but we know call volumes are extremely high right now.

To help ease the strain and keep patients out of the ER, I will continue to offer telephone appointments 7-days a week to help people get access to the information they need and #flattenthecurve. You do not need to be a current patient. Our team is standing by to help: 519.339.9233

*Must be an Ontario resident

**This service is for informational, non-emergency information only. If you are experiencing any acute or life-threatening symptoms of any kind, please dial 911.