What makes us healthy and invulnerable to disease? Discover this for yourself right now. Hold your breath for 60 seconds. What happened? Clearly there is absolutely nothing as critical to our health as oxygen metabolism. Oxygen utilization is the single most important predictor of your risk for degenerative disease and premature aging. As we get older our cells become less able to efficiently use the oxygen we breathe, some as much as 50%! Ozone therapy activates the immune system, prevents free radical damage and helps the body detoxify, the ultimate preventative tool to stay healthy and happy into old age.
Community News
Loneliness and Isolation Can Affect Senior Health
For seniors, maintaining social connections and staying in touch with loved ones not only improves quality of life, it improves health. Socially isolated seniors have a 59% greater risk of mental and physical decline than those who do not experience social isolation. Socialization has been shown to slow Alzheimer’s and Dementia patient’s decline. Having care givers can help stem the existence of loneliness in the lives of our seniors. We enjoy conversations, daily walks, shopping, cooking and folding the laundry together. These can be moments of joy when done together in the right way. Comfort Keepers engage the human spirit.
Recognizing Caregiver Stress
The effects of the pandemic is felt by everyone; even more so by those caring for loved ones. Over 4.5 million Canadians play a role in caring for a family member and caregiver stress and burnout is a significant issue. Caregivers need to be honest about how much care they can realistically provide. While most caregivers want to be present 24/7, this is impossible while juggling other family and career responsibilities. Today’s caregivers deserve respect and gratitude. Whether motivated by love, duty or simply a selfless desire to help others, they play an invaluable role in the care of our senior population.
Can I get a Dental Implant Placed?
If you are in need of a dental implant, we have good news! Lakeside Dental Clinic has reopened with new protocols that allows our office to place all cases of dental implants. We have installed air purification units that use nine levels of technology including HEPA and UV-C light to treat the air in our clinic. We now see less patients in a day resulting in more time per patient. This allows us to do the longer procedures which include dental implants. All patients must be pre-screened before entering the office and screened again upon arrival for safety
Where to Keep your Medication
Your medication can be damaged by heat, air, light and moisture. Most medications may be stored at room temperature, in a cool dry place, out of sight and reach of children and pets. Avoid the bathroom medicine cabinet since the heat and moisture from the shower, bath or sink may damage the medicine. A better location may be a bedroom, travel storage or fridge. Exposure of medication to inappropriate conditions may render them ineffective or even harmful if ingested. For questions about proper storage of your medications, call your Personal Pharmacist at the Medicine Shoppe.
The Feeling of Gratitude
We have so much to be grateful for! Say ‘thank you’ for the things you enjoy and have; be grateful for every meal and the comfy pillow you lay your head on. Listen to music that makes you want to dance. When our body feels the vibration of true gratitude, it feels lighter and more in balance. Keep your vibration high by smiling and thinking positive thoughts. Visit a practitioner who will work with you to get you to a state of calm and relax. It is important that we remind our body how it feels to be good and free.
A Team of Hearing Care Professionals
At our Amplifon clinic, we are committed to providing the highest quality of service and take the time needed to help you find your ideal solution. We offer an extensive range of leading hearing aid technology at competitive prices. Enjoy peace-of-mind with our 90-days money back guarantee. We value our relationship and strive to offer you a lifetime of better hearing with our free lifetime aftercare program. Request a complimentary hearing test today! Currently, our clinic is open reduced hours. Please contact us by phone to find out the exact opening days and times and to make an appointment.
City Of Nanaimo Park Programs
We may be in the midst of a global pandemic, but Nanaimo’s Parks, Recreation and Culture is bringing the community many opportunities for recreation throughout the summer! These activities are perfect for all ages. The Water Safety Education Team will be visiting local parks and waterfront areas this summer. Visit our website for all the details on summer camps like our playground program, the “ParkIt Challenge”, as well as many adult programs happening in the parks. Look for our recreation staff for random “pop-ins” at Nanaimo parks throughout the summer. They are giving away swag.
Your Homeopathic Solution
Are you dealing with symptoms that just won’t go away or just tired of the side effects of medications? Homeopathy, a gentle and natural medicine, may be just right for you. Homeopathy offers a holistic and complementary treatment for both chronic and acute diseases. It individualizes patient care by focusing on how symptoms of disease manifest in you, and not on the disease itself. After taking an in-depth look at your emotional, physical, and mental symptoms, your homeopath will create an individualized treatment plan. Homeopathic remedies are plant-based, non-toxic, and without side effects. They have proven highly effective and are safe for babies, pregnant women, the elderly, and pets.
COVID-19: Impact on Gambling
COVID-19 has impacted everyone’s life, including people who gamble. Although in-person gambling venues such as casinos and bingo halls are closed, online gambling remains available 24/7, not only on the sanctioned BCLC site, but also internationally. Concerns about increased time and money spent online gambling have been top of mind in the helping community here at the BC Responsible and Problem Gambling Program. Our FREE services continue, including virtual options (telephone and videoconferencing) for counselling, outreach support as well as prevention and education. The Gambling Support Line (1-888-795-6111) remains available 24/7. Any other inquiries can be made at [email protected].
Benefits of a Digital Fasting
Many of us live in a world where we have ready access to vast sums of digital technology right at our finger tips. Although this can be useful in keeping us connected, it also comes with some negative side effects, as your brain becomes reliant on the silent cyber connection. Taking occasional breaks from the digital world and increasing our mindful presence can have many positive health benefits. It can improve your sleep and mood, reduce irritability, and improve your overall mental health. By taking the occasional digital fast, you can boost your brain’s natural healing ability.
