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Autism is a neurodevelopmental condition affecting the part of the brain that deals with communication and social skills. This impacts a person’s social interaction, communication and behaviour across multiple settings and outside what is perceived as normal, causing impairment of that person’s function. Persons with autism may experience extreme distress

Pregnancy is a special time for a woman, couple, or the entire family, as everyone anticipates and prepares to welcome a new member. It is important to ensure both the mother and the developing baby are healthy. Healthy nutrition,
adequate water, adequate sleep, regular exercise, good mental health

On May 19, 2024, we celebrate World Family Doctor Day. A family doctor is trained in a specialty of medicine called Family Medicine. This involves looking after the entire family, advocating for good health, promoting disease prevention, diagnosing, and treating medical conditions in all ages. Family doctors provide integrated, comprehensive

Wishing you a Happy and Healthy 2022! This past year was filled with challenges, ups and downs, and many suffered losses. As resilient people let us welcome 2022 and embrace a new year, a new beginning. Though memories remain, let us look to navigating the future. Let’s start by reflecting

What is Menopause & Post-Menopause? Menopause is defined as the cessation of menses for a period of 12 consecutive months due to ovarian failure. Post-Menopause is the period of life which commences 6 months after the last menses or menstrual cycle. Why Does Menopause Occur? Females are born with their

What is Family Medicine? What does a Family Medicine Physician do? As a Family Medicine physician I am often confronted with these questions.  Family Medicine is a relatively new specialty in the field of medicine, which evolved to fill the need of providing personal and continuous health care to the