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The current biopsychosocial model approach to manage pain in rheumatoid arthritis seeks to address the reality that pain has a biological, psychological, and social aspect. In addition to the objective physical pain felt by the patient, there is a subjective … Continue reading →

Our pharmacists Carolyn Whiskin and Janice Maretzki recently attended the Canadian Rheumatology Association meeting in Montreal. Charlton Health was very proud to have been selected to present our practice research project at this meeting. A large poster outlining the project … Continue reading →

This year the Canadian Pharmacists Association is focusing on the public taking a ‘rethink’ of the role of the pharmacist and the impact they have on health care.  There are over 41,000 pharmacists in Canada. They are the most accessible … Continue reading →

This Friday, March 8th is International Women’s day upon us. Around the city there are a number of events being planned to celebrate women. One such event taking place at McMaster University is the conference entitled “Women & Their Microbes”. … Continue reading →

February is Heart and Stroke awareness month. Last week we discussed the signs of a heart attack (chest pain/pressure, nausea, upper body pain), and this week our goal is to not only bring awareness, but to educate you on the … Continue reading →

As Valentines Day was celebrated last week, we thought it would be good to take time to  reflect on the importance of loving your own heart. Many chronic diseases can increase the risk of heart attacks, including: diabetes, high blood pressure … Continue reading →

As reported in weekly update called, “RheumNow,” a team of health professionals in the Netherlands have developed new guidelines for foot care in patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).  It is estimated that 90% of people with RA have foot problems.  These … Continue reading →

This week, we wanted to take some space to discuss the Opioid Crisis in Canada and more specifically, how it has affected Hamilton, ON. Last week, Public Health released the following statement: February 1, 2019: Purple Heroin Alert – Public … Continue reading →

Bones can lose density with age making them more likely to break when having a fall.  Loss in bone density and quality can also occur due to certain medical conditions (ex. rheumatoid arthritis, Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis) and certain … Continue reading →

Autoimmune diseases are more common and may also progress at a greater rate amongst those who smoke tobacco. Treatments such as biologics don’t work as well in people who continue to smoke. At Charlton Health we are happy to assist … Continue reading →