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Have a Pain-Free Summer

No one wants to be in pain during the summer when there’s so much to do! Pain can prevent us from living our best summer life. As we spend more time outdoors engaging in activities like hiking, swimming, and biking, the potential for neck, back and overall muscle pain increases. Gentle, targeted spinal alignments along with soft tissue therapy release tension and pressure, relieving pain and preventing injury. This improves overall mobility, allowing you to stay active and enjoy summer to the fullest. Fortunately, maintaining your health and happiness is easier when chiropractic care is part of your summer wellness routine.

What is Pharmaceutical Compounding?

Compounding pharmacies provide personalized medication solutions tailored to individual patient needs. Unlike traditional pharmacies, which dispense mass-produced medications, compounding pharmacies specialize in customizing prescriptions. They combine pharmaceutical ingredients to create formulations in unique dosages, forms, and flavors, accommodating patients with allergies, sensitivities, or specific medical requirements. Compounding pharmacists work closely with healthcare providers to develop medications not commercially available or to alter existing formulations. This personalized approach enhances treatment efficacy, promotes patient adherence, and addresses therapeutic gaps. Overall, they offer a vital service in healthcare, ensuring tailored and effective treatments for diverse patient populations.

Sugar Addiction

– the cause of many eating issues! Do your cravings for sweets and treats get the best of you? Did you know sugar can be act as an addictive substance, similar to tobacco, alcohol, or drugs? As with the programs we developed for more recognized addictions, we can help you control cravings, beat the binges and improve your overall health! The services combine the knowledge from traditional acupuncture with the technology of today, helping guide your system to re-balance and heal itself. Imagine Laserworks is committed to improving your individual journey; offering personalized programs based on your needs.

Personal Foot Care Nurse

A footcare nurse plays a vital role in maintaining overall health and well-being. Their expertise in foot health offers numerous benefits to patients. They help prevent and manage a variety of foot ailments, from calluses, corns, warts, fungal nails and more. By promoting proper foot hygiene and regular check-ups, footcare nurses can reduce the risk of serious complications. Their care can alleviate pain and discomfort, improving mobility and quality of life. Additionally, they educate patients on proper footwear choices and foot self-care, fostering long-term health and independence. This July White Rock Footcare is introducing Swift wart removal. Visit our website to learn more. Let us visit you in the comfort of our clinic or in your own home. 

Clean Up Your AIR!

You Are What You Breathe!
You breathe 2,000 gallons of air daily. According to the EPA, 68% of diseases are linked to indoor air pollution. Recent studies show improving air quality with air filter technology may reduce Dementia and Alzheimer’s. Protect yourself from indoor pollutants like allergens, asbestos, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde, lead, mold, pesticides, radon, and wildfire smoke. Surgically Clean Air is trusted by the medical and dental industry, assisted living facilities and schools across North America . JADE™2.0, is now available for in-home use and features multi-stage filtration capturing over 99.9% of airborne particles. Visit Wellnessnews.ca for brochure and research links. John Petrunia | johnp@surgicallycleanair.com | 604.356.1024 Surgically Clean Air®.

The Healthy Book Club

The Harvard Medical School Guide to Men’s Health – distills 25 years of research on men’s health into a comprehensive resource. It covers diet, exercise, supplements, and diseases like prostate cancer. The guide also offers advice on alcohol consumption, stress control, and navigating the healthcare system, making it an essential reference for men’s health. Ask at your local bookstore.

June Reflection

June marks Men’s Mental Health Month, a vital time to highlight the often-overlooked struggles men face. Coupled with Father’s Day, this period serves as a poignant reminder of the emotional burdens fathers silently bear. At our cemetery, we honor the legacies of fathers past and present, acknowledging the weight of their responsibilities. We encourage families to visit and reflect, fostering open conversations about mental health. By breaking the silence, we support fathers in nurturing their well-being. Let us cherish their memories and advocate for a future where every father’s mental health is prioritized and valued.

Stoking Our Inner Warrior

An inner warrior is someone who has the strength to stand up for what they believe in and speak their truth. Someone who perseveres in the face of adversity and challenge and who acts with integrity despite their challenges. Someone who knows how to love fully and generously shares their love. One way to cultivate the presence of your inner warrior is to choose a role model who embodies the quality of bravery, inner strength and courage. Close your eyes and each day contemplate the quality of energy that attracts you to this person and know this energy lies within you to receive and use fully.

Happy Healthy Feet

As temperatures rise, care for your feet during summer activities is crucial. Hydrate by drinking water to prevent dryness and cracking. Choose breathable footwear to avoid sweat buildup and fungal infections. Wash feet thoroughly, especially between toes, and apply sunscreen to protect from sunburn. Trim toenails straight across to prevent ingrown nails. Moisturize daily, focusing on dry areas like heels. Take breaks to rest and elevate feet to reduce swelling. Rotate shoes to prevent odor and bacterial growth. Seek professional help for persistent issues. So, slip on those sandals, hit the beach, and let your feet take you on your next summer adventure!

Maximizing Impact – Matching Donations

Peace Arch Hospital urgently needs to upgrade its medical imaging department. Outdated equipment causes inefficiencies and discomfort for patients. We’re close to reaching our $10 million goal for new equipment but need $1 million by August 25. Generous matching donors, the Surrey and White Rock Firefighters Charitable Societies, will match donations up to $500,000. Your contribution, big or small, will have double the impact. Together, let’s transform healthcare. Join us in Making a Difference. Support is crucial for this project. Whether through donations, advocacy, or spreading the word, every action shapes our community’s healthcare future. Donate today –

June is Migraine Awareness Month

Migraines impact one billion people across the globe and is recognized as the #2 cause of disability worldwide. While a migraine is a headache, a headache isn’t always a migraine. Headaches cause pain in the neck, sinuses, face, and head. Migraines, however, cause debilitating pain, visual disturbances, or both. They can last for hours or days and are often chronic. Without relief, migraines can cause other symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, muscle weakness and can also lead to depression. Some of the most common triggers include stress, bright lights, sleep changes, alcohol, foods such as aged cheeses, and changes in exercise habits. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice on prevention and treatment.