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Our pharmacist Carolyn Whiskin just returned from the American College of Rheumatology meeting in Chicago. This is the largest meeting in the world of specialists in Rheumatology, over 16,000 rheumatologists and allied health professionals attended this meeting.  The newest research … Continue reading →

This week, we are pleased to bring you information about a Chronic Pain Public Forum. Charlton Health highly recommends this session for anyone living in chronic pain or for people who support those with chronic pain. This amazing public forum … Continue reading →

Last blog we discussed the annual flu shot.  When receiving this vaccine it is a great time to review all your adult vaccines.  At Charlton Health, we have developed an adult vaccination checklist.  Please ask for a copy and we … Continue reading →

NACI is the National Advisory Committee on Immunization.  Their 2018-2019 statement regarding the seasonal influenza vaccine was released in June.  This statement acknowledges that “together, influenza and pneumonia are ranked among the top 10 leading causes of death in Canada. … Continue reading →

In our last blog, we discussed the impact of excess weight and inflammation in the body.  While we all know exercise is one of the fundamental ways to increase weight loss, we also know that it is not always easy … Continue reading →

At the recent international menopause Society meeting in Vancouver, a session on the relationship between excess weight and inflammation was presented. Fat cells called adipocytes,  produce hormones such as TNF( tumour necrosis factor), IL-6 ( interleukin 6), leptin and resistin.  … Continue reading →

Last week, we brought you the news that September is Arthritis Month. With that in mind, we wanted to share this great event that is coming up to benefit the Arthritis Society. The 2nd Annual Diamond Chef Challenge is taking … Continue reading →

September is Arthritis Awareness Month, a month to draw awareness to the millions that are affected by this disease. This inflammatory condition can cause longterm damage to the joints in the body and ongoing pain, swelling, and stiffness. As such … Continue reading →

As school starts back up again and the summer holidays come to an end, I would like to talk about the idea of going on a drug holiday.  This could be interpreted in a variety of different ways but what … Continue reading →

Jennifer Heipel would like to introduce Shelter Health Network to the Charlton Health family.  The recent collaboration that was made will allow services such as: Outreach workers, Case workers, Community HCV Nurse and a Hepatitis C Peer Group for all … Continue reading →