Missing teeth due to an accident, genetics, disease, and other reasons can cause patients to experience various problems. People’s confidence can decrease from having teeth missing from their smile because they feel more self-conscious and insecure. Missing teeth can also cause people to chew differently, which may mean they are not breaking up food properly. This can result in choking problems, digestive problems, and issues with their jaw. Infections can develop in those who are missing teeth if bacteria collect in those areas, and speech can also be negatively affected. The good news is that the right dentures can eliminate these problems.
Community News
The Arts Help Kids Heal
How does a child cope with a distressing family situation? Or with being bullied? How does a child manage his anxiety? Expressive arts therapy offers children a creative approach to addressing life’s challenges. Your child picks up a paint brush, a puppet or a drum and the session begins. Expressive therapies is about “letting it out”. Being angry or hurt isn’t always easy for a child to put into words. To paint, dance or drum the anger is a lot easier. Discover how the healing possibilities for your child through creative expression can be life-changing.
Your ear is ringing
Tinnitus, or ringing in the ears, is a symptom, not a disease. Causes include: exposure to loud noises, ear wax blockage, and reaction to medications, but it can also be caused by hearing loss. When you address the hearing loss, you can also remedy the tinnitus if a hearing aid is prescribed, as it can help reduce the perception of the ringing and discomfort. If you have ringing in your ears you should let a doctor know and have a hearing test to see if there is hearing loss as well.
Recognize Gratitude
October in Canada encourages us to think about being thankful. Indeed, gratitude is a common inclusion in counselling and self-help resources. It is well documented that recognizing what we are grateful for makes us feel better; and it can last a while, too!. Is gratitude simply declaring and appreciating that our situation is better for a reason? Or is it actually the act of receiving something? Or is gratitude in the emotional realm along with indescribable unconditional love? Perhaps not answered yet, but whatever and wherever it is, genuinely acknowledging gratitude is good for our mental health and wellness. Thanks!
Pet Health: Product Review
It’s officially cold season, and not just for people. While dogs can’t “catch” a cold from their humans (the viruses that cause colds in people are generally species-specific), many viruses do infect dogs, such as canine adenovirus type 2, canine respiratory coronavirus, and canine parainfluenza virus. It’s important to see your veterinarian if your dog is ill, but the HB Naturals Cold & Congestion Essential Oils Blend is a natural and effective remedy to be used in conjunction with traditional veterinary care. The natural ingredients found in this product include Eucalyptus radiata, Cinnamomum camphora (Ravintsara), Melaleuca quinquenervia bs. viridiflora (Niaouli), and Cannabis sativa (hemp seed) oil.
Check for Proper Grounding
Effective grounding of your electrical system to the earth will reduce electric fields in your home. All metallic parts of your electrical system, as well as the enclosures of your appliances, must be bonded to the system ground at your electrical service. This is to protect you from electrical shocks and prevent fires. Your electrical system is attached to a grounding plate or grounding rod buried in the earth. Over time, the connection to these grounding electrodes can become loose and corroded, which lessens the continuity of the grounding path. If you have an older home, it would be wise to have it checked.
Glaucoma: The Silent Thief
Glaucoma refers to a family of diseases that damage the optic nerve and is one of the leading causes of blindness in Canada. It is a progressive disease that most often occurs in individuals over the age of 40, with the risk of the disease increasing with age. Elevated pressure within the eye damages the optic nerve, which if not detected and treated early, can lead to serious vision loss. There are usually no symptoms until the disease is advanced. Regular visits with an optometrist can detect the disease early enough to prevent vision loss.
Community Profile – Clements Centre Society
The Clements Centre Society provides services for adults with developmental disabilities and child development services. Services are available for all eligible individuals in the Cowichan Region with eligibility and referrals provided through Community Living British Columbia. Adult services include, Community Integration programs, Life Skills programs, Supported Independent Living programs, Residential supports, and Employment services. Services for children and youth include, After School programs, Summer camps and Spring Break camps for children and youth with special needs. Preschool child development services including Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy, Infant Development program and Supported Child Development program
Meet the Practitioner – Melanye Walker
Melanye Walker is a Certified Colon Hydrotherapist who practices at the Naturally Health Clinic. She has more than six years of colonics experience and uses top of the line equipment with safety and comfort being a priority. Colon hydrotherapy is something that many have heard of BUT (no pun intended) are hesitant to talk about. This therapy was considered essential by the Egyptians and many other ancient cultures. Even hospitals performed this therapy in years past. It’s just as important as maintaining good oral health. After all, it is the other end of the digestive system! Colonics done seasonally, work towards optimal bowel health providing toning and cleansing of this very important organ. Melanye is happy to answer any questions you may have and strives to make colon hydrotherapy a positive and informative experience.
Do You Know the Odds?
In BC Casinos, most chance-based games have their payout odds listed on the tables or machines. House advantage for these games is generally between 1% and 10%, with greater advantages being enjoyed on higher payout outcomes such as bonuses, baccarat ties, etc.
For poker and other skill-based games, casinos simply rake the pot to earn their commission.
Slot machine games come in many varieties, each with different jackpots and different outcome possibilities. The probability of winning the top prize at maximum coin play in a slot machine can range from 1 in 4,096 to 1 in 33,554,000. House advantage is built-into most games, which is why the house is favoured to win.
Do You want to Make a Difference?
Are you feeling lonely, isolated and in despair at the state of the planet? Are you a woman who longs to make a difference but you don’t know how? Join us in Ladysmith on October 26th at 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm for a gathering of women. It will be a safe and sacred space to share your joys and celebrations as well as your sorrows, burdens and pains. You can be witnessed and feel heard in a circle of mutual love, compassion and support. Come help heal one another through the power of intent and sing songs for healing the planet. Attendance by donation; all proceeds to Treesisters.org. For location and more information, Contact: [email protected]
