August 31, 2023

The Ins and Outs of Strep Throat 

By Sammy Shahatto, Pharmacist Streptococcus (strep) is a bacterial infection that inflames your throat and tonsils. It can be contracted from airborne droplets via coughing, sneezing, or even just breathing. Symptoms usually appear in two to five days...
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August 31, 2023

Set Your Sights on Glaucoma

By Steve Bond, Pharmacist Glaucoma is the second most common cause of vision loss in seniors in Canada after age-related macular degeneration. It is often known as “the silent thief of sight” since it slowly takes away one’s...
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Martial Arts Help you Feel Better
August 23, 2023

Martial Arts Help You Feel Better

By Rhoda Miller, Yurek HR It’s no secret that movement keeps our bodies strong, and focus keeps our minds sharp. So, why not try something that will do both—like karate? Anyone can benefit from participating in martial arts....
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August 15, 2023

Want to Feel Better? Wash Your Car!

By Diane Alavie, Pharmacist If you think washing your dirty car is just a weekend chore, you could be missing out! Soaping up your ride could have hidden health benefits for your body and mind! Scrubbing your car...
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August 14, 2023

5 Tips to Maximize the Benefits of Supplements

By Ken Ye, PharmD, RPh When filling your prescriptions, your pharmacist considers the indication, dose, frequency — and even time of day — to maximize the effectiveness of the medication while minimizing any side effects. But what if...
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July 19, 2023

Donating Blood Helps You Feel Better

By Peter Yurek, BSc.Phm. One of the simplest ways to make an extremely  positive impact on someone’s life is by donating blood. Blood donors may not consider themselves heroes, but they can make all the difference in a recipient’s...
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July 17, 2023

Artificial Intelligence and Your Health

By: Steve Bond, BScPhm, RPh, CDE Anyone who hasn’t heard of Artificial Intelligence or A.I. has either been in a coma or living under a rock for the last 20 years. There have been predictions on how learning...
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July 17, 2023

Nurturing Joy and Fulfillment as We Age

By Jeff Yurek, BScPhm It is hard to fathom that the revised Senior Centre newsletter is one year old.  Many of us have experienced the fast pace of life the older we get. Eventually, we must come to...
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Pharmacist Vishal holds a bottle of water to stay hydrated.
July 10, 2023

Stay Hydrated and Stay Safe!

By Vishal Mehta, BPharm, RPh An important fun fact – 60% of the human body is made up of water. As we march into summer and temperatures begin to increase, it is more important to ensure we are...
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By Vijay Nagpal, HR Generalist Writing Help You Feel Better
July 4, 2023

Writing Helps You Feel Better

By Vijay Nagpal, HR Generalist You may be wondering – Who writes these days? Why should I bother using my time to write? Well, writing offers a plethora of benefits for individuals of all ages and takes only...
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June 15, 2023

Drug Interactions

By: Yemi Alade, Director, Pharmacy Operations Understanding your prescribed medications and how to take them will ensure that they are effective and help prevent serious drug interactions. Taking multiple medications for different purposes, using supplements while on prescribed...
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June 15, 2023

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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Steve Bond, Move Mens Health
June 12, 2023

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)...
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