BROMINATED VEGETABLE OIL (BVO)
What is it and how does it affect the average person? There can be many different food additives in the processed foods we eat and drink. Health Canada makes sure those ingredients are safe for consumers. They rely...
Personal Values = the Rhythm of Your Life
For 30+ years, I have had to juggle many things in life including making thousands of decisions along the way. It’s an empowering, yet daunting task - especially when you have work and family commitments, as well as...
The Horrible Health Hazards of Halloween
Halloween is a whimsical holiday where children and adults can pretend to be someone else — a superhero, a ghost, or a character from their favourite show. Canadians will spend billions on costumes, decorations and of course candy!...
Just Between Friends: Comfort and Confidence for Cancer
Founded in 2002, Just Between Friends is a compassionate place for women going through the challenges of cancer treatment. “We recognized the need for a non-medicinal and private space where women could regain a sense of control over...
What, if anything, is wrong with the phrase ‘work-life balance?’
Some people view work-life balance as an important equilibrium to maintain. Yet, some of the world's most successful businesspeople aren't big fans of the term. Jeff Bezos, the Chairman of Amazon, for example, thinks the relationship between work...
The First Licensed Pharmacist in North America
I learned about Louis J. Dufilho, Jr. in his 1823 New Orleans building which is now a museum; it showcases a glimpse into the history of pharmacy and medicine. I was fascinated by the meticulously recreated 19th-century apothecary,...
Grandparents Day 2024
Abuela and Abuelo, Opa and Oma, Yia Yia and Papou, Babushka and Dedushka, Nana and Papa, or Grandma and Grandpa. No matter what names you use, the benefits of having and being grandparents are clear. A 2009 study...
OMNI Rebate Exchange Program – Q & A.
OMNI Rebate Exchange Program - Q&AFor information, contact Ceri Anderson, Registered Practical Nurse.Email https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BNpAxCIeR1kDesigned to adapt to changing needs, the Kangaroo OMNI™ Enteral Feeding Pump delivers nutrition and hydration throughout the entire continuum of care. Advanced features and robust technology...
“Family is not an important thing, it’s everything.” – Michael J. Fox
Let’s face it, balancing work and family for busy working moms is challenging. But we can get resourceful and enjoy quality time with our kids during the summer. Here are my suggestions: Plan Just like you would for...
Oldies But Not Always Goodies
They say that those who do not learn from history are destined to repeat it. I can tell you that over my 30 years as a pharmacist I have seen many changes. So many new and innovative therapies...
Summer and Migraines
Can a beautiful, sunny day, perfect for outdoor activities, trigger a migraine? Unfortunately, for some of us, the answer is “yes!” Migraine is a headache that is accompanied by severe throbbing or a pulsing sensation, usually on one...
Eating Seasonally
We have an old Italian client who attributes much of her good health to, “eating with the season”. She emphasizes, “It was just the way of life in the old country, taking whatever the seasons give you”. Eating...
Technology in Healthcare
You know, I recently attended the Office Efficiency Day at the CASO station organized by the Elgin Ontario Health Team and Elgin Primary Care Alliance. The focus was on utilizing technology to make healthcare more efficient. I learned...
Breathe Easy into Spring 2024!
Spring is here, bringing with it lots of flowers and blooming trees. These are amongst the biggest triggers of seasonal allergies, also referred to as hay fever or allergic rhinitis. The most common symptoms include sneezing, congestion and...
Ticks A Year-Round Danger
It has been said in the past that Lyme is hard to catch and easy to treat. Not so.The black-legged tick can be found almost anywhere and everywhere in areas where they’ve spread. Ticks can now be found...
