Fred Rogers once said, “We live in a world in which we need to share responsibility. It’s easy to say, “It’s not my child, not my community, not my world, not my problem.” Then there are those who see the need and respond. I consider those people my heroes.” The time for shared responsibility is now, so I’m pleased in this edition to bring attention to many local agencies, organizations, and resources that work together to serve the vulnerable and the broader community. Your help is appreciated in getting this information out to your friends and family.

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.

Mon, April 27, 2020, 1:30 – 2:30 pm – Move it or Lose it: Managing your Arthritis Health Café.
Regardless of where you are on your arthritis journey, learn how to reduce symptoms, improve the function of the joint and prevent progression. Presented by: Dr. Nav Rattan, Family Doctor and Jonah and Lynsey, Health Basic Coaches at the Red Deer PCN Office, 5120 – 47 Street, Red Deer. Call 403.343.9100 or email [email protected] to reserve a space.

Your carpets are a major investment, whether in your home, business or revenue property. Professional cleaning is essential for maintaining healthy, clean carpets. Our truck-mounted hot water extraction (steam cleaning) method is recommended by the major carpet mills and manufacturers. Our equipment is the newest in its category, and we use the most advanced cleaning methods and product available. The doctor is always in at our company, and ready to make house calls to give your carpets and upholstery a clean bill of health.

We are now accepting donations for our spring charity garage sale. The Garage Sale location and drop off is at Plaza 7110 – #2, 7110 50 Ave. The sale will be held on Friday, May 1 and Saturday, May 2. All proceeds to patient care and comfort at the Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre. For more info, call Richelle at 403.343.4520 or Terisa at 403.343.4585 or keep checking their Facebook page at /FriendsofRDRHC.

The question is: Can you stick to it for more than a few weeks? If you’re honest with yourself the answer is no. If people could stick to diets, we wouldn’t have a new fad popping up every week. Sometimes people will say “I’m lazy” or “I’m not motivated.” The only solution to “lazy” is to “try harder” — and we know that willpower alone will never be enough. Willpower is essentially saying “I will fight myself and win.” What can you do? You create a way of living that doesn’t rely on willpower.

Hearing loss has long been considered a normal and an acceptable part of aging. It is common as estimates suggest that it affects 2 out of 3 adults, age 70 and older. Unfortunately, hearing loss is seldom treated. In the U.S., for example, only 14 percent of adults who have hearing loss wear hearing aids. An important emerging body of research, however, suggests that diminished hearing may be a significant risk factor for Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia — and that the association between hearing loss and cognitive decline potentially begins at very low levels of impairment.

Did you know there are ways you can prevent it? Or maybe you’ve been putting off getting the vaccine? Most people know about the publicly funded vaccine for people over the age of 65, however, there are two different vaccines to help prevent pneumonia. One or both may be publicly funded for you, regardless of your age! Many factors go into assessing eligibility for the vaccines, so it is worth asking if you qualify. Your Central Alberta Co-op Pharmacists are ready to answer ALL your questions related to pneumonia and they do the injections when appropriate.