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The Dreaded Stomach Bug: A Quick Guide

October 22, 2025

The Dreaded Stomach Bug: A Quick Guide

What is stomach flu? Do you think you have the “stomach flu” or a “stomach bug”? It is probably gastroenteritis, which is an intestinal infection that inflames your stomach and intestinal lining, resulting in cramps/pains, diarrhea, vomiting and...

October 15, 2025

Lifespan vs. Joyspan

”Joyspan” is a term coined by Kerry Burnight, former professor of geriatric medicine and gerontology at the University of California. In her upcoming book, “Joyspan: The Art and Science of Thriving in Life’s Second Half,” she says that...

October 11, 2025

Recognizing the Signs and Symptoms of a Concussion

Our nephew Ben played three seasons in the OHL, but his promising hockey career was marred by concussions. Having researched the injury in university and now running a busy hockey training facility, his advice is clear: no matter...

October 8, 2025

The Next Chapter: Now Featuring Profit, Purpose, and Optional Pants.

Did you think retirement meant endless rounds of golf, sipping something fruity by 4 p.m., and maybe yelling at your neighbour’s leaf blower? Not necessarily. It turns out, a growing number of people are treating this so-called “final...

October 1, 2025

Hearts, Spades, and Brain Gains: Why Card Games Help You Feel Better

My Nana and parents had sharp minds well into their 80’s. One reason may have been their love of playing cards! Card games offer more than just fun—they deliver a host of mental and social benefits that can...

October 1, 2025

A Guide to Breast Cancer Screening

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Breast cancer is the second most common cancer in Canada. One in eight Canadian women are diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime; 83% of cases occur in women over 50 years...

September 24, 2025

Shopping Local Helps You Feel Better

You’ve heard countless times that supporting local businesses benefits your community. But did you know that it's also great for your health? Here are five reasons how shopping and dining locally can lead to a healthier, happier you:...

September 10, 2025

Know the Signs: Protect Yourself Against Ovarian Cancer

As a pharmacist, I see how frustrating the uncertainty around ovarian cancer detection can be. Each year, 3,100 Canadians are diagnosed with it and, according to Ovarian Cancer Canada, it is most common among women 50 and 79. ...

September 10, 2025

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 of medications is also crucial. Improper medication storage and disposal can have significant consequences. Let’s review the basics! Storage All medications have a...

September 10, 2025

Strands of Wisdom or Bald Statements?

As we age, our hair undergoes dramatic changes—some people go gray, while others lose it entirely. But what do these changes really signify? Gray hair, medically known as canities, results from the gradual loss of melanin in hair...

September 6, 2025

Healthy Living Tips I Believe In

Starting a new chapter here in London has reminded me of why I became a pharmacist in the first place—helping people feel their best every day. Health doesn’t have to mean complicated routines or expensive habits. The small,...

September 3, 2025

Scientists Explore New Frontiers in Healthy Aging

At 66, there are still a lot of things that I want to do. I am nowhere near ready to consider myself old. Could 80 soon feel like 40? Scientists believe drugs that slow—or even reverse—the aging process...

August 27, 2025

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 home from vacations, my Dad would drive through Leamington to pick up freestone peaches (the ones that don’t stick to the pit). Either...

August 20, 2025

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 my children feel safe, supported, and ready to thrive as they step back into their classrooms. According to our local Public Health experts—and...

August 9, 2025

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 came across a potentially useful article in Canadian Healthcare Network. A large European study led by Dr. Sara Brown from the University of...

The Dreaded Stomach Bug: A Quick Guide

The Dreaded Stomach Bug: A Quick Guide

Lifespan vs. Joyspan

Recognizing the Signs and Symptoms of a Concussion

The Next Chapter: Now Featuring Profit, Purpose, and Optional Pants.

Hearts, Spades, and Brain Gains: Why Card Games Help You Feel Better

A Guide to Breast Cancer Screening

Shopping Local Helps You Feel Better

Know the Signs: Protect Yourself Against Ovarian Cancer

Medication Storage and Disposal; A Quick but Critical Review

Strands of Wisdom or Bald Statements?

Healthy Living Tips I Believe In

Scientists Explore New Frontiers in Healthy Aging

Life’s a Peach: Sweet Health for the Whole Family

Back-to-School Health Concerns: A Pharmacist Mom’s Perspective

Paws Off Eczema: How Dogs May Help Prevent Childhood Flare-Ups

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