Your Central Alberta Co-op pharmacists provide exceptional guidance, including important facts on how to take your medication and what to expect. “When I transferred my prescriptions to a Co-op Pharmacy, the pharmacist called and we met to discuss my situation. This was new for me! She took the time to walk through every medication together. Now when I go in, it feels like they really know and care about me,” says Carmel M., age 82. “I still drive but I have several friends in my building who also use the free delivery option. It makes a big difference.”

Riverstone Dental Clinic’s goal is to treat patients in the safest and most natural way possible while still providing all the modern dentistry you would expect of a dental office and provide a lifetime of healthy smiles. We are fluoride-free and do not support the use of Amalgam (mercury) fillings. Holistic dentistry is not a dental specialty but a philosophy of practice that promotes health and wellness instead of the treatment of disease. It is a less toxic approach at fixing oral issues in order to better a patient’s teeth, mouth and overall health.

• An estimated 40% of men who have type II diabetes have obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and 50% of long-term OSA sufferers have high blood pressure. • Studies show that depressed people are five times more likely to have OSA than non-depressed people. • Sleep apnea is strongly associated with obesity (even moderate obesity). • In the US, an estimated 40,000 cardiovascular deaths are thought to be related to OSA each year. Ask your Doctor about getting a sleep study done to see if Obstructive Sleep Apnea might be affecting your health.

Do you suffer from a nagging injury like tennis elbow, achilles tendonitis, frozen shoulder, or plantar fasciitis? Shockwave therapy is one of the best research-backed treatments for chronic musculoskeletal conditions that have not healed properly. It involves the application of acoustic sound waves to kick-start healing, control pain, and restore mobility. Shockwave has a piston-like, sometimes uncomfortable, effect over the applied tissue. Often patients will feel relief after their first treatment and can expect more significant and lasting changes within 3-5 applications.

July 6, 10—11 a.m. Kids Macramé course, $25 plus GST. For ages 10 and up – must be accompanied by adult.
July 20, 9:30 —11:30 a.m. Adult Macramé course, $50 plus GST, call 403.346.5613 to register or visit website for more info.

Sensory deficits create problems with sensation, whether it be with the eyes, ears or feeling in the feet, can increase your risk of falling. Check your eyesight and hearing regularly and talk to your doctor if you’re experiencing numbness in your feet. Blood pressure drops, especially when we quickly go from lying, or sitting, to standing, can interfere with balance, vision and coordination. If you feel dizzy or lightheaded when standing, sit until your head clears, stand up slowly and ensure you have good footing before taking a step.

Drop in beginner watercolor classes every Monday from the 1-4 p.m. No experience required. Cost is $30. Call 403-597-1594 or email [email protected] to register. More classes listed on ‘Events’ page of website.

Your 90-minute emotional wellness discovery session begins with a conversation. We assess satisfaction levels in all areas of life and explore possible connections to emotional/physical pain and any dissatisfaction in present-day life. An emotional wellness session utilizes tools such as tapping, coaching, visualizations, and affirmations; facilitating the release of attachments to past traumas, upsetting life experiences, fears, cravings, stress, and anxiety. Emotional wellness sessions are known to increase life satisfaction; resulting in more joy, peace, calmness, clarity, and confidence. All sessions are guaranteed – you’ll leave feeling better. If you have questions, a complimentary 10-minute telephone consultation is available.

Do you know someone who needs help? Bayshore believes healthcare and personal care services should be accessible by Canadians. They partner with healthcare professionals and pharmaceutical manufacturers to connect patients to the care they need, when it matters most, by supporting patients and their families throughout their journey, from diagnosis onwards. Bayshore provides services for many medical conditions including oncology, neurology, rheumatology and rare diseases. Your local Home Health branch serves the areas of Red Deer, Innisfail, Olds, Ponoka and Rocky Mountain House. The process of arranging home care is simple and free in-home consultations are available.

At Riverstone Dental Clinic, we recommend your child’s first dental visit to be about age 3, however, you can consider bringing your child for a visual exam as early as 6 months of age. Consider having your child come in and watch you get a cleaning and exam before it is their turn, so they know what to expect. Pick a time of day when your child is generally well rested. Children are intuitive, be careful not to pass on your own fears or anxieties about dental visits to your children. Assure you are positive and prepared for the experience.