What is a Migraine?

By Vishal Mehta, BPharm, RPH It is the second most common headache disorder and the most disabling neurological condition globally. A severe migraine attack is as disabling as being quadriplegic, psychotic, or in a terminal stage of cancer....
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Move for Men’s Mental Health

By: Steve Bond, BScPhm, RPh, CDE June is famous for the start of summer, having the longest day of the year and of course Father’s Day.  It is also the month for International Men’s Health Week (June 12-18)...

Huntington’s Disease

By Emily Deryck, RPhT Huntington’s Disease is a rare, incurable, genetic brain disorder. Triggered by a faulty gene which causes brain cells to break down, it leads to difficulties in physical, emotional, and thinking skills. Symptoms of Huntington’s...

Sun Safety and Melanoma Prevention

By Vishal Mehta, BPharm, RPh The skin is the human body’s largest organ, covering the entire surface of the body. It is responsible for the protection from the harmful effects of the environment, including the sun, hot/cold temperatures...

Aches and Pains

By Jeff Yurek, BScPhm As we age, it's common to experience aches and pains in various parts of our body. While these discomforts can be a natural part of the aging process, they can also be a sign...

Neurodiverse: A Gift, Not A Curse

By: Steve Bond, BScPhm, RPh, CDE Like snowflakes, no two brains are alike. For most people, as their brain grows and develops, they are expected to reach certain milestones. Some children reach them faster than other, but as...

Functional Neurological Disorder (FND)

By Eric Nayup, RPh, PharmD Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) is a group of common neurological movement disorders caused by an abnormality in how the brain receives and sends signals to the rest of the body. While there is...
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Lynch Syndrome Awareness Day

March 22nd is Lynch Syndrome Awareness Day. Lynch Syndrome, which affects one in 280 people, is an inherited genetic condition that increases the risk of developing colon and rectal cancers before the age of 50. It also raises...
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Endometriosis Awareness Month

Affecting almost one in 10 girls and women through their lifetime, Endometriosis is a condition of the female reproductive system. The uterus is normally lined with tissue called the endometrium, which is naturally shed each month during the...
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Is Your Liver Healthy?

By Sammy Shahatto, RPh, PharmD Did you know that 1 in 4 Canadians may have liver disease? Did you know that there are over 100 types of liver disease? These illnesses can strike anyone. Alcohol, family history, obesity,...

Man Flu: Myth or Medically Valid

By: Steve Bond, BScPhm, RPh, CDE Recently, a female colleague returned from a trip down South and lamented that it could have been better except for a nasty cold. To make matters worse, her husband was now also...
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Travel Health and Safety Tips

By Vishal Mehta, BPharm, RPh With February here, many of you are packing your bags and excitedly preparing to travel abroad. Certain illnesses are typically known to strike either during, or upon return from, your journeys. Some of...