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Heart Health

Heart disease is the second leading cause of death in Canada, affecting approximately 2.4 million Canadian adults. According to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Canada, nine in 10 Canadians have at least one risk factor for heart disease and stroke. Risk factors include gender, age, race, family history, and…

Weight Management

Maintaining a healthy weight is important to good health. According to Health Canada’s Canadian Guidelines for Body Weight Classifications in Adults, there are two common measures used to identify the health risks associated with body weight in individuals – the Body Mass Index (BMI) and waist circumference. BMI is a…

Compression Socks – The Basics

Compression Socks – The Basics If you experience tired, aching legs at the end of your day and you sit or stand for long periods of time, compression socks or stockings may help. These types of hose are specially designed to apply pressure to your lower legs to help improve…

Benefits of Compression

Compression socks or compression stockings offer many health benefits. By applying gentle pressure to your legs and ankles, they can improve blood flow from your legs to your heart. According to healthline.com, you can use compression socks to: Boost circulation in your legsSupport veinsPrevent blood from pooling in your leg…

Diabetes Management

Early symptoms of diabetes can include frequent urination and increased thirst. An official diagnosis is done through routine bloodwork that looks at A1C and fasting blood glucose. Other symptoms may include numb or tingling hands or feet, feeling tired, blurry vision, dry itchy skin, and increased hunger. There are two…

Flu Vaccine or Not?

As we head into the winter months, many of you have already booked your vaccination appointment with our pharmacy. If you’ve never had the Influenza vaccine before, you may be asking if it’s even necessary. In this video Well and Truly RX’s Brittany answers some of your questions like:…

August 31 is International Overdose Awareness Day

August 31 is International Overdose Awareness Day, a global event that aims to raise awareness of overdose and reduce the stigma of drug-related death. Naloxone kits save lives. If you or anyone you love is using opioid-based medications (prescription or nonprescription), you should have a kit readily available. Naloxone kits…

EpiPen Demonstration

Certain foods (like nuts and seafood), insect bites/stings, and medications can trigger a severe allergic reaction. For parents with school-age children, allergies are a significant concern. Not only do you have to be vigilant about what goes into your child’s school lunch, but you also have to make sure your…

Ask Your Well and Truly Pharmacy Team – Sheila

Sheila – Pharmacy Technician Sheila is a Registered Pharmacy Technician at Well and Truly Rx. She graduated from Thompson Career College in Kamloops, BC, in 2006 and has practiced in Edmonton since 2008. She enjoys a position with a national organization that provides professional examinations. Sheila served as a preceptor…

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