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March 16, 2022

Childhood Arthritis

Childhood Arthritis by Vishal Mehta, B.Pharm, RPh About three in 1,000 Canadian children suffer from childhood arthritis (CA). The common symptoms of CA are stiffness, loss of mobility and joint swelling. Although the exact cause of arthritis is...
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March 12, 2022

Simple Workout Relieves Anxiety

By Jeff Yurek, BScPhm Anxiety, a feeling of fear or worry over what might happen, affects people in varying degrees. A home workout is one way to ease feelings of anxiety and, simultaneously, boost your mood and improve...
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March 10, 2022

Simple Workout Relieves Anxiety

By Jeff Yurek, BScPhm Anxiety, a feeling of fear or worry over what might happen, affects people in varying degrees. A home workout is one way to ease feelings of anxiety and, simultaneously, boost your mood and improve...
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March 9, 2022

Sleep Deprivation

by Peter Yurek, BSc.Phm. According to various reports, 35% of Canadians are sleep deprived. That’s in line with our pharmacists' observations in the past two years. We all require at least seven hours of slumber each night. Any...
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March 5, 2022

Credible Home Remedies

By: Vishal Mehta, B.Pharm, RPh Every family has a secret remedy that's been passed down through generations. Whether it's chicken soup for colds or onions juice for ear infections, we like home remedies because they remind us of our...
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February 23, 2022

Sleeping with an Ostomy

After receiving life-altering surgery to get an Ostomy, you may never have thought that your sleeping habits would have to change slightly. Common complaints include: Having to wake up during the night to empty the pouch. Sometimes more...
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February 16, 2022

What Are Food Intolerances?

By: Diane Alavie, Pharmacist Do you suffer from bloating, headaches or cramps when you eat certain foods? You may have a food intolerance — an unpleasant reaction to eating certain types of food. Caused by issues with the...
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February 16, 2022

Families That Play Together Stay Together

In my experience — and observing others — families, big or small, are strengthened by spending time together. It helps us feel closer, which makes us more resilient to the challenges of life. There are more benefits: Being...
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February 3, 2022

Does Laughter Improve Your Health

By: Peter Yurek, Chief Entertainment Officer Have you heard the saying, “Laughter is the best medicine”? It is true! While it is fun to share a laugh, humour can also improve your physical and mental health, as well...
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January 26, 2022

Small Steps Lead to Big Gains in Mental Health

By: Steve Bond, BScPhm, RPh, CDE Pharmacist/Manager, Yurek Pharmacy The past few years have been trying.  That is probably an immense understatement. Our entire world has literally been turned upside down.  Rules about and our knowledge of COVID...
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January 24, 2022

LIFE*SPIN Programs

Covid-19 has been devastating to lower-income families. Those isolated at home miss out on the resources that get them through each month, such as trips to the food bank, community meals at the local senior’s centre, community organization,...
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January 19, 2022

The Older We Get — An Opportunity for Change

By: Steve Bond, BScPhm, RPh, CDE Modern medicine, public health initiatives and lifestyle changes have made a huge impact on how long and, in some cases, how well we live. In fact, globally, our population is aging. For...
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January 19, 2022

Coping with Alzheimer’s Disease During the Pandemic

By: Diane Alavie, Pharmacist Living with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia during the pandemic can be challenging. Here are some helpful tips for caregivers. Be calm, patient and reassuring when explaining Covid-19. Ensure your loved ones are vaccinated along...
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