Did you know stress is energy-based and one cannot see stress in the body under a microscope? We can only see the effects of stress and what it does to the body and mind. Never relaxing fully, never truly breathing deeply – your body is unable to go into parasympathetic mode, which means there is no healing and no digesting. What are you doing daily to allow your body to de-stress? Bars sessions are like cleaning out the hard drive of your brain to be more in the now and to think clearer. Are you ready to let go of stress now?
Getting Your Medications
If you have symptoms of fever, cough or trouble breathing, please do not visit the pharmacy. There are many ways for pharmacists to help you get your medications during the COVID-19 outbreak. Visit Pharmasave.com or download our eCare@Pharmasave app to: Refill prescriptions previously filled at our location by using the prescription number; Transfer prescriptions from any other pharmacy; Include special instructions for contactless delivery or pick-up requests. If you have completely run out of your medication and do not have a current prescription, call your regular Pharmasave. During the COVID-19 outbreak, our priority is to ensure that you have the medications you need, even if you have run out of refills.
Product Review: WELLNESS TINCTURE
ACTIVE RELEAF aims to encourage active wellness through the use of nature’s most powerful ingredients. Offering a collection of plant-based wellness products, ACTIVE RELEAF’s WELLNESS TINCTURE is their strongest remedy. Used as a natural plant-based alternative for people experiencing anxiety, insomnia, pain, inflammation and other ailments. The WELLNESS TINCTURE is formulated with a high concentration of broad spectrum cannabinoid-rich hemp plant extract, paired with coconut MCT oil to help deliver cannabinoids and increase bioavailability. Taken sublingually (under the tongue) or mixed into your favourite beverage. With three different concentration options (400mg, 1000mg & 2000mg) and measured droppers, dosing is accurate and flexible for your needs.
Community Announcements
At Anderson Family Vision Care, the health and safety of our patients and staff are top priority. As such, our optometrists will temporarily only be seeing urgent and emergent care cases (eye trauma, vision loss, pain, and redness). Our opticians will also accept appointments on a case-by-case basis to limit the number of patients at any given time. To help our patients, we are offering: free contact lens shipment directly from our suppliers, and 25% off computer glasses. We are also accepting payments by e-transfer, or over the phone with a credit card. We look forward to hearing from you! Dr. Matthew Anderson, OD, FCOVD Dr. Andrea D’Mello, OD AndersonVisionCare.ca
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Manitoba CPPHO has directed all non-essential businesses to close and remain closed until further notice. Unfortunately, the government has included TCM practitioners as part of the list of non-essential businesses that must remain closed. This means patients aren’t able to seek acupuncture treatment for their pain and health conditions. Provinces like Alberta, Quebec, Ontario, and BC have allowed TCM practitioners to continue working and treating their essential cases. If you believe TCM practitioners should be considered an essential health service that should continue to operate under the appropriate safety guidelines, please contact the Manitoba government! Dr. Priscilla Kerr, Prairie Medical Acupuncture Clinic Winnipegacupunctureclinic.ca
Currently Lisa Reid Audiology are only offering curbside repairs/service and supply pick up (e.g. batteries) by appointment. If you have questions please contact our offices at 204-977-6867 or [email protected]. Please expect a response within 24-48 hours.
Vision Problems or ADD/ADHD?
Eye coordination and eye movement disorders have very similar symptoms to ADD/ADHD. When you have a child who has difficulty concentrating while you are trying your best to home-school, especially with reading or writing assignments, it is vital that you rule out the possibility that a vision problem may be contributing to your child’s difficulties, before you assume that it’s ADD/ADHD. Not all eye doctors test for vision problems that interfere with reading, learning, and paying attention. Do some research on our website, contact us and we will follow-up to schedule an appointment.
Pets and Bee Stings
Warmer weather, blooming plants and buzzing insects can all spell trouble for your pets. If your curious pooch or pouncing feline gets stung by a bee, here’s what you can do: Scrape away the stinger if you can find it. Pulling the stinger with fingers or tweezers could rupture the poison sac allowing toxin to enter the bloodstream. If no medical history or treatments contraindicate, administer 1 mg Benadryl® per pound of your pet’s body weight and apply a cold pack for short periods at a time. If swelling is severe or if ANY breathing difficulties develop, do not delay—seek veterinary attention immediately.
Are You Fatigued?
You may need vitamin B! Lack of vitamin B in your regimen may impact your physical health in different ways. Hundreds of bodily biochemical reactions are supported by B-vitamins, and deficiency in vitamin B can lead to fatigue and lethargy. A B-complex vitamin is a mixture of eight essential B-vitamins that are critical to metabolism at the cellular level. Isotonix Activated B-complex helps to maintain healthy levels of serotonin, increase energy and decrease stress. It also delivers metabolically active forms of several vitamins and minerals in isotonic form, ensuring that your body receives and uses vital nutrients quickly and efficiently.
Dehydration: A Serious Health Risk for Seniors
As you age, your sense of thirst diminishes. So even when your body needs to be replenished with water, you might not realize it. Because of that, many seniors do not drink enough liquids. By the time they are thirsty, it is already an indication of early dehydration. The consequences of dehydration are well known. Dehydration is a common cause of hospitalization among elderly people that can have serious health consequences. Water can get boring but don’t limit yourself – supplement with juices, milk, fruits and vegetables that contain high water content!
Preventing Screen-Related Eye Strain
Most of us spend a lot of time on computers and other digital devices, and this can take a toll on our eyesight in the form of computer vision syndrome. This is a temporary vision condition that results from staring at a screen too long. Although you may wear regular glasses to correct vision problems, they are not the same as computer glasses, which can help with computer vision syndrome. Wearing prescription or non-prescription computer glasses, along with taking frequent breaks from looking at a screen, can help reduce eye strain and prevent related problems like headaches and dry eyes.
Product Review: WELLNESS TINCTURE
ACTIVE RELEAF aims to encourage active wellness through the use of nature’s most powerful ingredients. Offering a collection of plant-based wellness products, ACTIVE RELEAF’s WELLNESS TINCTURE is their strongest remedy. Used as a natural plant-based alternative for people experiencing anxiety, insomnia, pain, inflammation and other ailments. The WELLNESS TINCTURE is formulated with a high concentration of broad spectrum cannabinoid-rich hemp plant extract, paired with coconut MCT oil to help deliver cannabinoids and increase bioavailability. Taken sublingually (under the tongue) or mixed into your favourite beverage. With three different concentration options (400mg, 1000mg & 2000mg) and measured droppers, dosing is accurate and flexible for your needs.
Community Announcements
At Anderson Family Vision Care, the health and safety of our patients and staff are top priority. As such, our optometrists will temporarily only be seeing urgent and emergent care cases (eye trauma, vision loss, pain, and redness). Our opticians will also accept appointments on a case-by-case basis to limit the number of patients at any given time. To help our patients, we are offering: free contact lens shipment directly from our suppliers, and 25% off computer glasses. We are also accepting payments by e-transfer, or over the phone with a credit card. We look forward to hearing from you! Dr. Matthew Anderson, OD, FCOVD Dr. Andrea D’Mello, OD AndersonVisionCare.ca
Life Smart Health. You don’t have to come into the Clinic to get the care and help you need. We have Virtual Care Available – please phone us today to get more information or to reschedule your appointment to a Virtual Care Appointment. LifeSmart Medical Seven Oaks – phone: (204) 416-5433 LifeSmart Medical Osborne – phone: (204) 287-5220 LifeSmartHealth.ca
Free Spiritual Conference Talks. Karma – the cause and effect, Tuesday April 28, 7 pm to 8 pm. Spiritual Aspects and benefits of the Vegetarian Diet, Tuesday May 12, 7 pm to 8 pm. Inner Solitude and True Purpose, Tuesday May 26, 7 pm to 8 pm. Conference Number: 1-867-292-3030. Access code: 6055359 followed by the # key. Record your name followed by the # key. To mute, use *6 and to un-mute, use *6. Know Thyself as Soul Foundation. 204-792-5502 KnowThySelf.org


