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Health Canada wants people to protect themselves and their families from the sun. Exposure to the sun’s harmful UV rays without sunscreen can cause much more than a sunburn. It can lead to sun damage (such as skin wrinkling and hardening, dark patches, precancerous skin changes) and can increase the risk of skin cancer. There are many sunscreen products available in Canada. It is important to choose a sunscreen with the level of sun protection factor (SPF) that is right for you. The SPF tells you the level of protection that the sunscreen provides against sunburn. It also tells...

William Osler Health System (Osler) celebrated an exceptional year this summer at its annual general meeting at Brampton Civic Hospital. “This past year was filled with many remarkable achievements, a true testament to Osler’s dedicated staff, physicians and volunteers who continue to go beyond to provide access to high-quality health care to patients and families across this region,” said Vanita Varma, Osler’s board chair. “I continue to be inspired by their dedicated efforts and unwavering commitment to deliver on Osler’s vision of patient-inspired health care without boundaries, each and every day.” Varma announced Marion Fisher as the recipient of...

Three William Osler Health System (Osler) physicians are among this year’s recipients of Brampton Board of Trade’s prestigious Top 40 Under 40 award. Dr. David Kelton, Dr. Prashant Phalpher and Dr. Naheed Dosani were recenlty recognized at a Board of Trade event celebrating young leaders making an impact in the community. “We are thrilled that the Brampton Board of Trade has recognized three young, innovative Osler physicians, who are leading the way in their respective areas and making a tremendous difference in the lives of patients in this community and beyond,” said Dr. Brendan Carr, Osler president and CEO....