Des conseils pour la vie

Continuer à bouger, même quand il fait plus froid dehors, est un investissement qui en vaut la peine. Pour rester en bonne santé, il faut continuer à bouger. Saviez-vous qu’une activité physique régulière permet de réduire le stress et de vous donner plus d’énergie ? Vous savez déjà qu’elle peut prévenir de nombreuses maladies chroniques, mais saviez-vous qu’elle […]

Sleep is essential for physical health and mental wellness. But did you know that 1 in 2 adults experience difficulty going to sleep or staying asleep?   Many myths regarding sleep still abound, but here are some that you should be wary of: Myth: you can train your body to require less sleep Myth: you […]

Excited for back to school? A return to routine requires considerable preparation and a list is your best friend. You have a list for school supplies (check), a list for lunch kits (check), a list of medications (check?).   For those in the know, a pharmacy can cover much of your preparations. Nowadays it is […]

It’s dangerous to believe that addiction applies only to certain people. Underestimating addiction blinds us and prevents those we care about from getting help. Your gender, wealth, intelligence, or beliefs do not prevent you from addiction or problematic substance use. Even ensuring that there is no access to drugs or alcohol in your home is […]

Keeping your teeth healthy means you can eat the foods you love and flash your beautiful smile often. Did you know that smiling can boost your mood and the mood of those around you?   Good oral hygiene is a habit you want to acquire for life. If you have children, help them develop the […]

Ne buvez-vous de l'eau que lorsque vous avez soif ? Cela pourrait ne pas suffire. La déshydratation peut se manifester ou non par des symptômes, surtout chez les personnes âgées. Souvent, lorsque nous ressentons la soif, nous sommes déjà en état de déshydratation. Les symptômes de la déshydratation peuvent varier selon l'âge, mais comprennent généralement la soif, des mictions moins fréquentes et une urine plus foncée […]

Le soleil apporte des bienfaits essentiels à notre santé. La chaleur et la luminosité de ses rayons procurent indéniablement une sensation générale de bien-être. Quoi de plus merveilleux que de prendre un bain de soleil pour produire toute la vitamine D dont nous avons besoin et profiter de l’été pour en faire le plein ? Vous savez peut-être également que la vitamine D est souvent qualifiée de […]

C'est en été que l'on se sent le mieux : comment profiter encore davantage de cette saison tout en restant en bonne santé ? Pour profiter pleinement de votre été, il faut tout de même un peu de préparation. Voici trois conseils essentiels et un conseil bonus !

Our eyes are generally pretty good at taking care of themselves. However, eye care should be part of your regular routine. Vision will decline with age, but we can prevent damage and slow the decline. Take time to perform daily care for your eyes, and continue to take in the wonders that sight can bring. […]

We often think of cleaning for proper skin care. It’s better to think of skin protection.   Skin protection goals are to maintain healthy skin and protect it from harmful elements. Your skin does try to protect itself. Skin secretions include sweat and sebum, which are vital for proper skin maintenance. Sebum provides a layer […]

Asthma can affect you at any age and is the third most common chronic disease in Canada. Breathe easy, when properly managed, asthma is a mere nuisance for most, but if not managed it can be very severe. Asthma attacks can significantly affect your quality of life.   Symptoms of asthma can vary and may […]

Lyme disease is carried by the black-legged tick which transfers Borrelia burgdorferi bacterium through its bite. Not every black-legged tick carries the bacteria which causes Lyme disease, but some areas of Canada are considered higher risk. Ticks migrate by attaching to wildlife and birds, so they can end up anywhere. Ticks are active as soon […]