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Finding information about your health shouldn’t be complicated. Healthy Tomorrows is a collection of health stories, insights and tips from experts at The Ottawa Hospital to help you and your family live healthier lives.
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Understanding rabies: Risks, vaccination and what to do after a bite
Although rare in Canada, rabies is almost always fatal once symptoms appear. Infectious diseases expert Dr. Michaeline McGuinty shares how rabies is spread, when to get vaccinated and what to do after a bite.

“My story doesn’t have to be your story”: New screening test better at preventing cervical cancer
“I went from being a 32-year-old new mom to a cancer patient with an incurable diagnosis.” Alicia’s journey underscores the critical role of HPV testing in preventing cervical cancer. Discover how the new HPV test can save lives and find out how to book your cervical screening appointment with our “Superscreener.”

Sign language interpretation services at The Ottawa Hospital: 5 FAQs
Do you require a sign language interpreter when you come to The Ottawa Hospital? For patients who are Deaf or hard of hearing, we provide both American Sign Language (ASL) and Langue des Signes Québécoise (LSQ) interpretation services at no cost. Before your next appointment with us, find out everything you need to know.

Watch: What you need to know about coronary artery disease
Coronary artery disease is the most common form of heart disease and one of the leading causes of death worldwide. In this video, Cardiologist Dr. Nadine Gauthier shares risk factors, symptoms, treatment options and how to adopt a heart-healthy lifestyle.

A new guide to navigating your mental health
The Ottawa Hospital has partnered with YouTube to create an important series of videos where health-care professionals offer expert guidance to help you or a loved one navigate mental health challenges.

Watch: Understanding dementia
With a growing seniors population, the number of people living with dementia continues to rise. Learn more about dementia’s causes, symptoms and treatments in this video with Dr. Lara Khoury, Geriatrician, and Jennifer Koop, Advanced Practice Nurse in dementia care.
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