Health tips

When we get a prescription from a doctor, most of us simply give the prescription to the pharmacist, listen to their instructions about taking the medication and take it home. What many of us don’t realize is that pharmacists are one of the best medical resources available. Whether you have a simple health-related question, are not sure which over-the-counter medication to choose or are filling a new prescription, pharmacists can answer your questions and guide you when you start a new medication.

Breast cancer is the most common form of cancer found in women, and it is the second leading cause of death from cancer in Canadian women. The Canadian Cancer Society estimated that in 2015, 25,000 women would be diagnosed with breast cancer, 5,000 women would die from the disease and 68 Canadian women would be diagnosed with breast cancer each day.

Getting proper care during pregnancy is an essential part of having a healthy pregnancy. Although many women automatically choose an obstetrician to provide them with care during their pregnancy, an increasing number of women in Ontario are choosing an alternative: a midwife.

Are you having trouble sleeping or getting the recommended eight hours of sleep each night? Many Canadians are, and it may have more to do with your socio-economic status than you realize.

Peanuts are one of the most popular foods in Canada. In a 2015 survey of Canadian consumers, the Peanut Bureau of Canada found that “95 per cent eat peanuts and 96 per cent eat peanut butter; 79 per cent eat peanut butter at least once per week. The average Canadian eats nearly 3 kg of peanuts per year!”

Managing your cholesterol levels is an important factor in lowering your risk of heart disease. However, high cholesterol continues to be an issue among Canadians of all ages.