Peter Yurek and Family travel
January 7, 2026

Travel: The Shortcut to Feeling Better

For a variety of reasons (volume of work, Covid, etc.), my family and I have not done much traveling in the past five years. And I miss it. Whether a day trip with my son or a visit...
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January 3, 2026

A Mouth So Dry Makes Me Want To Cry

Dry mouth is a common condition that can affect our oral functioning and quality of life.  It is a subjective symptom- meaning that there is no scale or measurement to describe how dry a person’s mouth is. People...
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Peter playing a game on his phone
December 31, 2025

Tap, Play, Stay Sharp

Cards on the table or playing games on my phone 😀 I enjoy games, they entertain and relax me. For adults over 55, engaging in challenging phone games (e.g. Sudoku, crosswords, card games) isn’t just fun — evidence...
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December 27, 2025

The Anti-Aging Secret That Isn’t a Pill

When it comes to improving physical health in later life, the best-kept secret isn’t a new supplement or complicated fitness program—it’s strength training, especially light resistance done consistently. While walking and stretching are valuable, muscle strength plays a...
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December 24, 2025

Christmas Helps People Feel Better

As a pharmacist, I see firsthand how Christmas can lift people’s spirits. During the winter months, many of my patients talk about fatigue, low mood, and stress—especially when daylight is short. Yet as Christmas approaches, conversations at the...
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Multitasking vs Mono-tasking
December 17, 2025

Multitasking Is a Myth… Like Unicorns, But Less Fun.

Many of us try to multitask because it feels productive — answering messages while finishing paperwork, or juggling chores while helping customers. But research shows our brains don’t actually do two thinking tasks at once. Instead, we switch...
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Peter Yurek in front of computer screen time
December 3, 2025

Music is Medicine for the Mature?!?!

If you are over 55 and want to make everyday tasks feel lighter, turning on some music can be one of the simplest ways to boost your morale. I do it often and vouch it really works. But...
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December 3, 2025

Healthy Holidays = Happy Holidays

Keeping safe and healthy ensures that we will enjoy the holiday season. Here are some tips to help: Practice proper hand hygiene: Wash hands with soap and clean water for at least 20 seconds and teach children to...
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Diane Alavie, BSc.Phm.
November 29, 2025

What Are Food Intolerances?

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 digestive system, food intolerances...
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Peter Yurek
November 26, 2025

Hibernate Lite: Why Your Body Wants More Sleep

As fall settles in and daylight shrinks, many people notice an urge to sleep in or curl up for extra naps. According to sleep specialists, we may not require more sleep in colder months, but our bodies often...
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