Newsletters
Below are a series of newsletters on pertinent health topics from our "sister"
pharmacy, Howe Sound Pharmacy. Enjoy this collection of informative health news including delicious recipes.
All newsletters are PDF files.
Current Newsletter
Summer 2009
Past Newsletters
Spring 2009
- Health Spotlight — Nutrient-depleting Medications
- Healthy Living: Smoke Free Housing in BC; Vitamin/Mineral Supplements
- Healthy Eating: Make-ahead Breakfast Eggs
Fall 2008
- Health Spotlight — Wash Your Hands, Please!
- Healthy Moving: Winter Escapes
- Healthy Eating: Autumn Vegetable Casserole
Summer 2008
- Health Spotlight — Summer Sun Care
- Healthy Moving: Hot Weather Exercise
- Healthy Eating: Baked Beans Are Back
Spring 2008
- Health Awareness — Undercover Salt
- Healthy Living: Restful Retreat Bedrooms
- Healthy Travel: Sound Health Pouch Pack
- Healthy Eating: Roasted Spring Asparagus
Winter 2008
- Health Spotlight — Home Test Kits
- Healthy Living: Winter Escapes
- Healthy Eating: Hearty Corn Chowder
September / October, 2007
- Health Spotlight — The Common Cold — An Ounce of Prevention
- Healthy Living: Head Lice Myths and Facts
- Healthy Eating: Southwestern Salmon
April / May, 2007
- Health Spotlight — Eating Right, the New Canada Food Guide!
- Earth Day 2007 — What is Chronic Disease
- Healthy Eating: Springtime Crustless Quiche
October / November, 2006
- Health Spotlight — Wash Your Hands, Please!
- Avoiding colds — Healthy Moving: Go for Green
- Healthy Eating: Breakfast on the go
July / August, 2006
- Health Spotlight — Summer Sun Care
- Now that summer's here, it's important to take precautions against the damaging effects of the sun's ultraviolet rays.
May / June, 2006
- Health Spotlight — Allergy & Asthma Season
- April showers bring May flowers—and for many, a host of airborne allergies, too.
March, 2006
- Health Spotlight — Home Test Kits
- Healthy Moving — Arthritis, Healthy Living — Winter Escapes
December, 2005
- All About Over the Counter Products
- Information and guidance on Child Dosing, Older Patients and Chronic Conditions.
November, 2005
- About the Flu and How to Cope With It
- Tips on how to avoid getting the flu, and treatment options if you do come down with it.
October, 2005
- Fall Harvest of Fabulous Foods
- Details health benefits of traditional harvest foods; turkey, pumpkin and apples.
September, 2005
- Back to School Blues
- Children's illnesses, and care.
August, 2005
- Following Canada's Food Guide-Since 1942!
- Eating Healthy. Tips for eating a balanced diet. Beneficial foods and impact on health.
July, 2005
- Let's Get Physical
- Benefits of physical activity. Tips for planning a fitness routine.
June, 2005
- Dem Bones — Keeping Them Strong
- News on bone health, food, diet, and supplements.
May, 2005
- Some Facts About Homeopathy
- The role of homeopathy in the health system. Description of homeopathic healing theories and therapies.
April, 2005
- About Women's and Men's Health Issues
- Gender specific health information, for both men and women. Common ailments, conditions and advice.
March, 2005
- Achooo! Have Allergies?
- Information and advice about allergies, and allergy season.
February, 2005
- Your Health — Take it to Heart
- Heart health, heart attack and stroke information. Important news for women.
January, 2005
- Stress, The Good and The Bad.
- The impact of stress on health and how to reduce it when necessary. Relaxation techniques.
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