The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne (MCA) is informing the community that the mask mandate has been reinstated, effective November 22, 2022, due to rising respiratory illness cases, such as Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), COVID-19, and influenza, in and around the community of Akwesasne. The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne has opted to reinstate the mask mandate in an effort to protect […]
Read moreDecember 1st is World Aids Day — join the MCA Community Health in raising awareness of HIV/AIDS by wearing red. Community Health will be hosting a number of activities throughout the day. Stop by to see some of our awareness displays, pick up a lunch to-go at Kanonhkwa’tsheri:io Health Facility (Sweetgrass Lane entrance), or participate in our Facebook quiz […]
Read moreJoin the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Wholistic Health & Wellness Program from November 20–26 for National Addictions Awareness Week. This year we are placing the spotlight on how different communities across the country are helping those in their community with problematic substance use or who have a substance use disorder. It’s about showing how collaborating as a community, a Community of […]
Read moreThe Kawehno:ke Medical Clinic (KMC) would like to remind community members who have scheduled appointments with the medical team at KMC to please arrive on time for your appointment. Appointments are scheduled in 30-minute blocks and late arrivals can put a strain on the medical teams time with other patients. If you are going to be 10 minutes late, […]
Read moreSafe Zone is excited to host its first Friendsgiving potluck for the community! When: Monday, November 21 (5-7 p.m.)Where: HUD Training Room (Hogansburg, NY) Bring a dish and join the Safe Zone Ally Members for a traditional meal and good company! Feel free to bring salads, soda/juice, or other side dishes. If you have any questions, please […]
Read moreJoin the MCA Community Health Program for a community health fair at the Kana:takon Recreation Center! On November 30th, stop by from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. for a variety of free health screenings, educational tables, a fitness challenge, giveaways, and more. To-go lunch will be provided at 11 a.m. (first come, first serve). For more information, please […]
Read moreNovember 14th is World Diabetes Day — show your support for diabetes education, awareness, and prevention by wearing blue! The MCA Community Health Program will be distributing blue t-shirts at the following locations on November 14th: Iohahi:io Akwesasne Education & Training Institute (10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.) BMO at Peace Tree Mall (12 p.m. – 1 p.m.) Kanonhkwa’tsheri:io Health […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Department of Health (DOH) would like to recognize and congratulate four (4) staff members who have completed their designation courses in Health Management for the First Nations Health Managers Association. Staff achieving their designation have been attending classes since 2019 to complete the necessary courses. The First Nations Health Managers Association (FNHMA) provides leadership […]
Read moreTsiionkwanonhso:te Long-Term Care Facility is looking for individuals interested in providing hairdressing services to residents in an on-site salon. Expectations include: A minimum of 1 day per week of on-site service, with flexibility to increase as demands require. Affordability for our elders residing at this site. The ability to also provide esthetic services would be an asset. Interested […]
Read moreIndigenous Services Canada has released an important Public Health Alert for Fall Respiratory Viruses. With the changing weather, respiratory illnesses across the Ontario province, such as Influenza A and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) are on the rise. COVID-19 continues to be a concern in Ontario. An increase in activity of multiple respiratory viruses creates a more complex respiratory illness season […]
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