Alzheimer’s is a disease that affects parts of the brain that control memory, thought and language. 

Anxiety is a body's natural reaction to a threat or a perceived threat.

Avian flu (also known as H5N1) is a flu virus that mostly affects wild birds and poultry, and can lead to illness and death. 

Bullying happens when someone hurts or scares another person on purpose, and the person being bullied has a hard time defending themselves.

Chlamydia is the most common sexually transmitted infection in Eeyou Istchee.

COVID-19 is a disease caused by a virus called SARS-CoV-2. It can cause symptoms such as coughing, fever, and difficulty breathing.

Depression is an extreme sadness/despair that lasts for weeks, months even years. It is profound pain that cannot be seen physically.

When you try lowering your stress, you might have more time to focus on the other aspects of healthy lifestyles.

Influenza (flu) is a contagious lung disease caused by the influenza virus. This is a different virus than the one that causes COVID-19.

Gastroenteritis is a contagious illness that causes an upset stomach, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.

Gonorrhea is the second most common sexually transmitted infection in Eeyou Istchee.

Grief is a natural process and can be very painful to work through, and can often come in waves triggered by memories.

COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted many customs and practices in Cree culture, including grieving & mourning loved ones who have passed.

GAS diseases are caused by germs that spread through secretions, infect body systems and require antibiotics. Severe cases can be fatal. 

Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease (HFMD) is an infection caused by a virus and is common among babies and children under age 5.

Reduce the risks of using drugs and or alcohol. Stay safe by planning ahead.

Through regular medical appointments and monitoring your blood pressure, you can detect high blood pressure early so that you can manage it and pre

Haemophilius Influenzae type a (called Hia for short) is a kind of bacteria that can cause mild to severe disease, especially in children under 5.

An infection is when germs enter someone’s body and start to make the person sick. 

Precautionary measures are safety steps you can take to prevent getting or spreading infectious diseases.

Our traditional practices are an important connection and contribution to our social well-being as well as physical, mental and spiritual health. 

The Cree Board of Health recommends you wear a mask in certain situations to protect yourself and people around you.

Meningococcal disease is a serious infection that can cause meningitis or septicemia. It can be deadly. It’s treated with antibiotics.

Mpox, or monkeypox, is a viral disease that can spread through close contact with someone carrying the virus.