Jeannette Singerman, a volunteer in Palliative Care, shows a package of rose-shaped soaps to patient Leah Pasechnick, who chose to present them as a gift to a loved one.
Feature articlesFebruary 2019

Palliative Care volunteers give the gift of gift-giving at the JGH

Henry Mietkiewicz — February 13, 2019
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It’s better to give than receive, but what if illness makes gift-giving impossible? In Palliative Care at the JGH, a volunteer program run by Hope & Cope enables patients to choose from a variety of donated gifts that they can present to their loved ones.

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Holiday sweets are something to look forward to, but should be enjoyed in moderation.
December 2018Health tips

Satisfy your sweet tooth with smart selections this holiday season

Fabrice Baro — December 4, 2018
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Watching your weight, but tempted by holiday treats? No problem. With a little planning and willpower, you can still indulge at the sweet table this season. JGH Nutritionist Patricia Urrico offers tips on what it takes to celebrate sensibly.

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In the Segal Cancer Centre, Brigitte Huhn accepts a chocolate and Christmas greetings from Marc-André Geoffrion, an instructor at the Firefighters’ Academy.
April 2016News

Spreading smiles, good will and chocolates for Christmas

Henry Mietkiewicz — April 25, 2016
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The warmth and cheer of Christmas spread through the JGH on Dec. 23, with a visit by 11 trainees from the Firefighters’ Academy in Mirabel.

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