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Dec 27, 20242 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 21, 20244 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 12, 20243 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 11, 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 10, 20242 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 9, 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 8, 20243 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 7, 20242 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 6, 20243 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 5, 20244 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 4, 20243 min read

Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy & Speech Language Pathology in Rural Regions

Running, jumping, walking, talking, driving and thriving in your community can be interrupted by diseases, accidents or aging....

Dec 4, 20244 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 3, 20242 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 2, 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 1, 20243 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...

Nov 26, 20241 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 14, 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...

Oct 31, 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 29, 20243 min read

Two lectures: Twice the learning!

In the month of October, Gateway Centre of Excellence in Rural Health (CERH) featured two lectures, uncovering new areas of discussion on...