Know the Signs: Protect Yourself Against Ovarian Cancer
As a pharmacist, I see how frustrating the uncertainty around ovarian cancer detection can be....
Medication Storage and Disposal; A Quick but Critical Review
With medication, it’s not just about how you take them. How you store and dispose...
Strands of Wisdom or Bald Statements?
As we age, our hair undergoes dramatic changes—some people go gray, while others lose it...
Atrial Fibrillation May Be Triggered by Cold Drinks, Study Finds
According to Canadian Healthcare Network, a new study highlights how cold drinks and foods may...
Healthy Living Tips I Believe In
Starting a new chapter here in London has reminded me of why I became a...
Hype on Collagen
Should we jump on the collagen wagon? The term collagen has been gaining status with...
Scientists Explore New Frontiers in Healthy Aging
At 66, there are still a lot of things that I want to do. I...
Life’s a Peach: Sweet Health for the Whole Family
I have lots of fond memories from my childhood. For example, in August, when coming...
Polycystic Kidney Disease
September 4th marks Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) awareness day. PKD is a genetic disease where...
Back-to-School Health Concerns: A Pharmacist Mom’s Perspective
I find back-to-school season is filled with excitement and concern. I want to make sure...
Paws Off Eczema: How Dogs May Help Prevent Childhood Flare-Ups
My nine-month-old grandson seems to have a touch of eczema. In doing some research, I...
Cultivating Happiness Should Be on Our To-Do List
To several of my friends (who shall remain nameless 😉), happiness isn’t just a pleasant...
Gratitude Helps You Feel Better
French philosopher Jacques Maritain said, “Gratitude is the most exquisite form of courtesy.” More recent...
This Melon’s Got Healing Powers—And It’s Not Just in Your Head
Whether they verbalize it or not, everyone who walks into our pharmacy expects us to...
Genes vs. Jeans: Is Your Health More Inherited or Inspired?
For people who are 50+ in Southern Ontario, understanding the balance between genetics (nature) and...
