ColFlex® Super Oregano Oil Spray is a great-tasting 4-in-1 oral spray containing essential oils of oregano, thyme, and spearmint oil in an extra virgin olive oil base, sweetened with stevia and fortified with vitamin D3. Spray orally to help relieve coughs, sore throat, travelling challenges, that “under the weather feeling” and for general oral hygiene and fresher breath. Lab tests show that ColFlex inhibited the growth of bacteria such as S. aureus and S. pneumonia after 27 minutes and inhibited the growth of E. coli and S. typhi after 9 minutes. Ask for Colflex® at your local Health Food Store.
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Business Profile: Automobility Medical
Automobility was started in Regina in 1989 by Peter & Janis Hillcoff a Regina family that had spent many years working with people with disabilities. Peter was also one of the founders that created the Sarcan recycling program which provided new employment for people with disabilities, while helping our environment. The Hillcoffs, along with their daughters and grandchildren own and operate Automobility today. The staff have been with the company for many years and are a part of the Automobility family. We are the Canadian distributor for many great US & Canadian companies including Merits Health and Catnapper Lift Chairs and we buy and sell in volume so we can offer better products and prices to our customers!
Compounded Solutions for Enhanced Intimacy
Erectile dysfunction (ED) is prevalent, impacting 40% of men at 40 and 70% at 70. When oral medications aren’t working, compounding options are the next step. Among them, TriMix injection shines, a potent solution for ED available exclusively through compounding pharmacies. Our pharmacy boasts a NAPRA-certified sterile compounding lab, crafting TriMix and women’s “Dream Cream,” a topical remedy for female sexual dysfunction. Embrace a life free of worry, reveling in tailor-made solutions that restore vitality and pleasure. Say goodbye to what was and welcome a brighter, satisfying future with our innovative approaches.
Cavity and Dental Disease Prevention
A cavity happens when bacteria in the mouth produces acid that attacks your teeth. Over time, this acid can dissolve away the tooth enamel and cause a hole, or cavity. Unlike some other diseases or injuries, a cavity will not heal by itself, but if the early signs of dental decay are promptly treated before a cavity forms, it can be stopped or even reversed by your dentist and your home care. To prevent dental disease: brush twice a day, floss once a day, eat a balanced diet, limit eating and drinking between meals, and visit your dentist regularly.
Negotiating vs. Compromising
I used to believe that relationships were all about learning to compromise with each other to find a middle ground. When we compromise, we tend to give up our own needs for the betterment of staying connected to others. When we learn to negotiate, we zero in and distill those needs that are fully needed to be met by finding the bridge between ourselves and another. By giving ourselves permission to express and negotiate our deepest desires, we find a creative way where both people can get their core needs met, which then leads to less resentment and greater satisfaction without losing themselves in the relationship.
Join Our Spectacular Spelling Bee Fundraiser!
Call all word enthusiasts, language lovers and champions of compassion! Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of vulnerable seniors in our community? Step up to the challenge and have fun while raising crucial funds to support those in need. The Comox Valley Senior Support Society (CVSS) is holding their Second Annual Adult Spelling Bee fundraiser. This is a fantastic, inclusive event, with all funds raised going to support programming for vulnerable seniors in our community. How you Can Participate: 1. Spelling Participant: Register for the spelling bee and have a fantastic time trying to spell words with your team. Lunch and refreshments provided, as well as incredible prizes for best and worst spelling teams! 2. Attend & Cheer: Don’t want to spell? No worries! You can still be a vital part of our event by joining us at the event to be a part of the excitement, cheer for spellers and learn more about the cause. Your presence makes a difference too!
3. Sponsor: Support our event by becoming a sponsor for the event. Not only will you be supporting a great cause, but all sponsors also receive a table at the event to play along. 4. Spread the Buzz: Share our event with family, friends, and colleagues. Encourage them to participate, donate, or sponsor the event. Together we can create a buzzing community of support! 5. Donate: Can’t attend? Donate to support the event. Mark your calendar and spread the word! Let’s create a heartwarming, impactful and unforgettable experience as we come together to have fun and spell our way toward a brighter future for vulnerable seniors. Let’s create a buzz that truly matters – a buzz of positive change! See you at the Spelling Bee. For information and tickets: https://comoxvalleyseniorsupport.ca/events/annual-spelling-bee/
Or, to donate directly: https://comoxvalleyseniorsupport.ca/donate/
For any inquires, reach out to Christopher Bate, Executive Director, at
250-871-5940
Osteoarthritis & Exercise
1 in 6 Canadian adults has arthritis, the majority being osteoarthritis (OA). OA is a disease of the joint cartilage with multiple contributing factors including genetics, previous joint injury, body weight and muscle weakness. Pain associated with OA may cause individuals to avoid physical activity which can lead to secondary complications and worsening of symptoms. Physiotherapists are experts in exercise prescription for conditions such as OA and can help you safely engage in exercise in a way that can decrease pain, increase strength, allow continued participation in activity, and possibly prolong the life of your joint.
Volunteers Needed at CV Senior Support Society
The strength of CVSS is its contingent of amazing volunteers helping provide services to nearly 300 seniors each month. If you would like to visit with a lonely or isolated senior, or assist someone with accessing services in the community, or if you have another strength to offer, please contact us to learn more about providing support in your community. Volunteer training sessions are done every year in September, thru November and then January thru May. Volunteers are provided with ongoing support and regular education sessions. Please contact Shirley at [email protected] or 250-871-5940 to find out more, or to register for the next orientation.
October 1 is National Seniors Day!
Each year, October 1st is set aside to recognize the important contributions of Canadian seniors. Intended to coincide with the United Nations’ International Day of Older Persons, National Seniors Day gives us all an opportunity to pay tribute to the seniors who have helped to build our country and to raise awareness of their concerns.
There are many ways to celebrate this important occasion. Whether you’re attending a local event or spending some time with a senior you love, Federal Retirees wishes you a happy and healthy National Seniors Day!
The Dental Diet
Nutrition plays a major role in dental health, helping to ensure gums, teeth and tissue are healthy and free from tooth decay, gum disease and other issues. It’s important to eat a healthy, balanced diet for dental health, which includes enough protein, calcium, iron, zinc, phosphorus, folate, and omega-3 fats. Vitamins A, B, C, and D are also important, as are antioxidants. Some great things to include in your dental diet are probiotics from fermented foods, cranberries, soy products, CoQ10, echinacea, garlic, ginger, ginseng, arginine, and green tea. It’s best to avoid heavily processed foods, especially ones high in sugar.
Make Social Interaction a Priority
Maintaining relationships and spending time with others is essential to our emotional and mental well-being. It can help prevent depression which affects 20 percent of the population over 70 years of age. Socializing also keeps the mind active and improvements are greater when the person is involved in fun interests with other people. Plan regular get-togethers with friends, such as a weekly lunch date or coffee with another senior or loved one. Scheduling social interactions give us something to look forward to on a regular basis. For those who are truly adventurous you can enjoy new experiences and meet new people by signing up for travel tours, book clubs, and much more at your local community centre.
