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What to Expect When You’re Taking Ozempic

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Ozempic (semaglutide) and other GLP1 agonist drugs (Wegovy, Mounjaro, Rybelsus) continue to be a hot topic in pharmacy. If you have taken these types of medications, are currently using them, or are considering discussing them with your prescriber, there are a few things that you should keep in mind.

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It’s Groundhog Day…Again

2 Feb 2024

If you aren't familiar with the movie, Murray plays Phil Connors, a weatherman stuck in a time loop in Punxsatawney, Pennsylvania on February 2nd. No matter what he does, he wakes up each morning to find that he is reliving the same day, Groundhog Day, over and over again.

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Making Gains in 2024

22 Jan 2024

How is your New Year’s Resolution coming along? After a few weeks, are you on pace, falling behind a little, or already declaring it a failure and looking towards next year? I’ve already gained a couple of pounds, so I’m right on track.

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Managing the Pain of Osteoarthritis

16 Aug 2022

Did you hear a creaking in your joints this morning? Was there stiffness in some part of your body when you first woke up this morning? Does a pain in one of your joints make you think twice before climbing stairs or going for a walk? You may be one of the 6 million Canadians […]

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The Most Beneficial Medication There Is

31 Mar 2022

In the past, I've encouraged you to improve overall health by adopting lifestyle habits such as healthy eating and getting adequate sleep. Continuing on this healthy living path requires the discussion of what I call “the most beneficial medication there is.”