Sunset Country Family Health Team

08/04/2026

🚐 Happening this month! 🚐

The Eye Van will be visiting Kenora on August 24th and 25th to provide critical medical eye care. Eye Van appointments are available through a referral from your family doctor, optometrist, or nurse practitioner.

For more information, you can call 1-705-408-6789 or visit www.visionlossrehab.ca

08/04/2026

Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common viral infection spread through sexual contact. It has more than 100 types! Some lead to ge***al warts or various cancers. Screening and prevention through vaccination are available.

Learn more about HPV from Immunize Canada’s website:

https://immunize.ca/human-papillomavirus-hpv

08/03/2026

❗️Office Closure:

The Sunset Country Family Health Team offices (Kenora, Keewatin, Lakeside, Sioux Narrows - Nestor Falls) are closed today, Monday, August 3rd, 2026, for the civic holiday.

Regular office hours resume tomorrow, Tuesday, August 4th, 2026

07/30/2026

❗️Upcoming Office Closure:

The Sunset Country Family Health Team offices (Kenora, Keewatin, Lakeside, Sioux Narrows - Nestor Falls) will be closed, Monday, August 3rd, 2026, for the civic holiday.

Regular office hours resume Tuesday, August 4th, 2026

07/28/2026

Colon Cancer Screening (FIT) - A simple, at-home stool (p**p) test that checks for hidden blood, which may a sign of colon cancer. It's easy, non-invasive, and recommended every 2 years for eligible people.

Colonoscopy - A procedure where a doctor examines the colon using a camera to look for cancer. It's usually done if the FIT is abnormal or if there are other risk factors.

If you're due for your colon cancer screening, contact us at 807-468-6321 option 5.

07/27/2026

❗️Upcoming Office Closure:

The Sunset Country Family Health Team offices (Kenora, Keewatin, Lakeside, Sioux Narrows - Nestor Falls) will be closed, Monday, August 3rd, 2026, for the civic holiday.

Regular office hours resume Tuesday, August 4th, 2026.

07/23/2026

⭐ Look after each other, Care for each other, Take care.⭐

For more information, visit https://anhp.net/ to access the palliative care resource guide.

07/22/2026

👉Are you looking for...
Kenora General Surgeons?
Stroke Prevention Clinic?
Telemedicine?
Visiting Specialists?

SCFHT is not able to transfer calls to these clinics as we operate on a different phone system. If you are unsure of the direct extension, please call LWDH Switchboard (807-468-9861) for assistance.

07/21/2026

Only 5%-10% of woman with breast cancer have a family history of the disease. Regular screening is the key to early detection.

Visit tbrhsc.net/breast-cancer-screening for more information. Call the Ontario Breast Screening Program (OBSP) at 1-807-684-7777 to book your appointment, or speak to your primary care team.

07/21/2026

⭐Help build the future of primary care in the Kenora area!

The All Nations Health Partners Ontario Health Team is working to build a connected, culturally safe, and community-driven health system in the Kenora region. Whether you’re a healthcare professional, administrative expert, or community advocate, your skills can make a meaningful difference in the...