Enjoy your trip knowing you can you can rely upon the travel insurance you purchased. When completing the application process, take your time, provide answers that you know are accurate, even if you must check with your doctor or pharmacist. If a claim for coverage is denied, you may have to deal with service providers seeking tens or hundreds of thousands of dollars for uninsured medical bills. In that case, you should seek a legal opinion regarding the basis for the denial of coverage by the insurer, and about your legal obligation to pay the amounts claimed by the service provider.

Did you know that human body has an amazing capacity to heal itself? Disease generally occurs when, over time, we deprive our bodies of basic requirements to keep us healthy. When life was simpler and slower paced, food came from real farms and local markets. We knew our neighbours, ate homecooked meals, and when we went to the Doctor, they would look in our eyes, at our tongue and ask when we pooped last! In our fast-paced world, with hormone-injected and antibiotic-laden fast food, we often forget we still control our daily choices that determine our health.

A pet is a long-term commitment with time and financial obligations, so the right selection process is essential. If you can meet these obligations, your pet should then reflect your lifestyle: where you live, available space and time to interact with your pet. Some pets require less exercise and space while others require high amounts of exercise and room to move. Research different animals and breeds to learn their needs and requirements. If you are having difficulties with your decisions or have questions, turn to your trusted Veterinary Clinic and the staff should be glad to help answer your questions.

Mark your calendar to go to Udaya Wellness Clinic’s Grand Opening February 23 from Noon to 4 pm. This new and innovative wellness clinic opens is NOW OPEN! They bring new and collaborative health programs to the area, business partners Dr. Candice Staniek (ND) and Stephen Roberts, Counsellor/Brainspotting Specialist have gathered a team of specialized practitioners to create a space where you can experience the very best, complete, holistic care: physically, mentally, socially and spiritually. This synergistic approach addresses your whole health, through programs that are individually customized for optimal results.

Does it feel like you’re just putting one foot in front of the other? Living like this can feel disruptive and unfulfilling. The first step to living a more mindful life is becoming aware of how your subconscious perspectives, actions and reactions, affect your relationships, families and life experiences. Some of the beliefs you have created from past experiences may no longer lead you to the happiest outcomes. With heightened emotional wellness and through a method like EFT/Tapping, it is possible to gently and easily discover your non-serving subconscious perspectives and beliefs and shift to consciously living life to the fullest.

Riverstone Dental Clinic’s goal is to treat patients in the safest and most natural way possible while still providing all the modern dentistry you would expect of a dental office and provide a lifetime of healthy smiles. We are fluoride-free and do not support the use of Amalgam (mercury) fillings. Holistic dentistry is not a dental specialty but a philosophy of practice that promotes health and wellness instead of the treatment of disease. It is a less toxic approach at fixing oral issues in order to better a patient’s teeth, mouth and overall health.

Dr. J Arlo Chinnery TCMD, RAc completed internships in Bei Jing, China in 2003 and Rocky Mountain Physio in 2004 and received his Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine Diploma in 2005. After starting his practice in Southern Alberta, Dr. Arlo moved back to his hometown, Red Deer, in 2010, to continue his holistic approach to pain management. In 2018, Flying Turtle Acupuncture, moved to a larger facility to accommodate his growing clinic. Since current patients soon require less frequent treatments to maintain their improved state of well-being, new patients are always welcomed.

We call it “Vitamin D,” but this compound is in fact a steroid hormone with specific activities in every cell in your body. Known as the sunshine vitamin – our bodies can produce it given regular and effective doses of sunshine. The challenge over the winter months is not getting enough. Babies who are breastfed, children, shift workers, people who have undergone surgical menopause, experience chronic inflammatory conditions, have osteoporosis, malabsorption and the elderly all have specialized needs. Before you start treatment though, it’s important have a simple blood test to determine your needs. Ask your pharmacist about it today.

Jan. 19. 10 am – 5 pm. The Healthy Living Expo showcases exhibitors and demonstrators that promote all aspects of wellness, sustainability, innovation and a healthy lifestyle. Join us at the Harvest Centre at Westerner Park.

Jan. 28 11:15 am. The Lending Cupboard’s First Annual Winter Luncheon fundraiser features Jann Arden sharing her songs and experience with Alzheimer’s and her mother’s long goodbye. Join us at the Sheraton Hotel in Red Deer.