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...
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...
“Do these jeans make my liver look fat?” Understanding Fatty Liver Disease
Steve Bond, BScPhm, RPh, CDE, FASCP Eric Esch aka “Butterbean” was an American boxer who could take a tremendous number of blows but would eventually outlast his competitors. He wasn’t the most skilled athlete, but over a 4-round...
Count the Life In Your Years, Not Years In Your Life
By Steve Bond, BScPhm, RPh, CDE, FASCP As I write this, I am approaching a milestone birthday. This year I will have made the 940 million km around the sun for the 50th time. As a matter of reflection,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
Understanding the R Value
By: Steve Bond, BScPhm, RPh, CDE Many new terms have come to light during the recent pandemic. One such term is the “R-value” – a number that is often quoted by politicians and healthcare providers. But what is...
An Ounce of Preventive Healthcare
By: Sammy Shahatto, Pharmacist. Remember the old saying, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure”? Promoting health and well-being and preventing disease, disabilities and death is the central focus of preventive healthcare. This is a...
Healthcare Gets Its Geek-On
By Steve Bond It's hard to dispute that technology has ingrained itself in our daily living. Improvements to devices and internet speeds have 'connected' 24/7. From the news you receive on your phone at the start of the...
12 Days of Health and Happiness
December is the time for giving and receiving gifts. For many, it is better to give than receive. This is especially true if your true love is the one from the twelve days of Christmas. I hardly have...
