Boost your heart health with a balanced fitness routine! Aerobic exercise and resistance training not only strengthens your heart but also burn calories and improve your metabolic rate. Building and toning muscle increases calorie burn even at rest. Pairing regular exercise with a dedicated commitment to healthy eating is the key to effective weight loss. Flexibility exercises add balance and reduce injury risk, completing your wellness plan. Ready to take the first step? Call 306-639-5239 to book a FREE trial for you and a friend today! A healthier, stronger you starts here.
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Words to Live By
“You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself, any direction you choose.” – Dr. Seuss
Healthcare Rocks 3 Featuring Elton Rohn
Get ready to rock and feel the love tonight and rock out for a cause! Healthcare Rocks 3, presented by Cypress Paving, hits the Moose Jaw Cultural Centre on Saturday, March 15th. Hosted by the dynamic Leroy & Leroy, this event supports the Moose Jaw Health Foundation and the Women’s Health Unit. Headlining the night is Elton Rohn, North America’s top Elton John tribute artist, bringing the magic of Elton’s iconic hits to life. Tickets are just $50 (plus fees), and on sale now at moosejawculture.ca or the box office. Dust off your 80s rockstar gear and join the fun!
Heart Health at Pharmasave
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, often goes unrecognized and untreated because there are no symptoms. Your pharmacist can help you reduce your risk for heart attack and stroke, by: 1. Reviewing your medications, helping you take them as prescribed and managing potential side effects. 2. Teaching you how to use a blood pressure monitoring device properly and testing your blood pressure regularly. 3. Advising you how to maintain a healthy weight, and a diet that’s low in sodium. and 4. Guiding you through a step-by-step quit smoking plan. Learn more about how to keep your blood pressure under control by speaking with your pharmacist.
How is your Lung Life?
You read that right—we want you to think not just about your love life this February, but also about your lung life. Show love to your lungs by: – Breathing in clean, fresh air. If you smoke, quitting is the best gift for your health. – Protecting your lungs from flu, COVID-19, pneumonia, and RSV by staying up to date on your vaccines. – Getting reliable lung health information from trusted sources. – Tuning into our Let’s Talk Lungs podcast and Lung Life webinar series to learn from experts. Visit www.LungSask.ca to explore more ways to care for your lungs.
Release and Recharge with Access Bars
Free yourself from self-sabotaging thoughts that diminish your progress and embrace the path to a lighter, more energized you. Let go of unhealthy spaces, habits, and ideas that no longer align with who you’re striving to become. Access Bars sessions help clear the mental and emotional clutter, allowing you to sleep better, reduce stress, regain clarity, and feel rejuvenated. With less fatigue and more vitality, you’ll discover the freedom to fully thrive. Don’t wait to transform your well-being. Call 306-639-5239 to book your Access Bars session today!
Raising Funds to Support Healthcare
At the Moose Jaw Health Foundation, we envision a hospital and medical community that is equipped and able to deliver the best possible patient care. We work with donors, healthcare providers and the community to raise funds to purchase state-of-the-art medical equipment and initiatives at the Dr. F.H. Wigmore Regional Hospital. Through donors’ generosity, the Foundation has provided funding for an MRI, Orthopedic Surgical Equipment, Labour & Delivery Equipment, CT Scanner, Chemotherapy Chairs, Digital Mammography, and much more! Every dollar raised will stay in our community. Your gift will make a difference. Please include the Moose Jaw Health Foundation in your estate plan.
Coldest Night of the Year Fundraising Event
Coldest Night of the Year (CNOY) is a winterrific family-friendly 2 or 5 km fundraising walk in support of local charities serving people experiencing hurt, hunger, and homelessness. On February 22, 2025, Canadians in over 200 communities will step outside the warmth and comfort of home to shine a light of welcome and compassion in their communities. In Regina, CNOY helps YWCA Regina provide shelter, care, and holistic support to women and families experiencing homelessness to heal and find hope. Learn more + get involved at //cnoy.org/regina
Adopt Joy: The Therapeutic Power of Purrs
The sound of a kitten purring truly warms your heart. The soft gentle “rumble” is a soothing and enjoyable experience that will literally have a therapeutic effect on your body. The vibrations of a kitten purring promote relaxation, reduces stress, and even assists in the healing of an injury. Snuggling up with a warm cuddly kitten is a delightful way to take a moment out of a busy day plus enjoy the health benefits of stopping and taking a breath. Interested in adopting? Go to www.mjhs.ca for more information.
Interesting Ear Facts
Ears, beyond hearing, are remarkable for several reasons: *they aid balance, *get larger throughout life due to natural aging and gravity, *are self-cleaning, *remain alert even during sleep, and *house delicate non-regenerating hair cells crucial for hearing. The ears also regulate pressure changes via the Eustachian tube and are connected to the nose and throat as part of an intricate system. Having two ears helps us figure out which direction sounds are coming from. If you or a family member are concerned about hearing loss book a free consultation today.
Prepare for Your Healthy Vacation
Help to make your next vacation free from developing a travel-related illness. Plan and speak with your pharmacist about how to stay healthy while travelling away from home. Your Pharmasave Pharmacist can give you vital health information regarding managing your medications, recommended vaccines and medications to prevent illness, useful travel products, and basic first aid supplies to have on hand while travelling. Your pharmacist will ensure you have the information and products you need to be prepared for health issues that may arise while you are away. Stay healthy on vacation. To find out more, speak to your Pharmasave Pharmacist before your travel.
