Author: ssmpharmacy

Travel Health and Wellness

Travelling is a rewarding experience that will expand your horizons and expose you to new languages, foods and cultures. Whether you travel for fun…
Healthy Lifestyles & Diabetes

Did you know that over 11 million Canadians have diabetes or prediabetes? In addition to taking medication regularly as prescribed, improving lifestyle habits is…
Diabetes & Foot Care

Foot care is an important aspect of diabetes, one that is often overlooked. Did you know that 70% of lower limb amputations in Canada…
Your Pharmacist, Your Ally

Do you suffer from type 2 diabetes? If so, your pharmacist is there to help you understand the role of your medications, to provide…
Diabetes & Fasting Blood Tests

If you are asked to go for a blood test on an empty stomach, it is important to let the clinic staff know when…
Beware Low Blood Sugar Levels

People with diabetes need to take medication to lower their blood sugar (blood glucose) to an acceptable level. However, sometimes blood sugar levels can…
Choosing A Glucometer

With all the different devices available to measure blood sugar levels (glucose meters), how do you know which one is right for you?
Healthy Heart Tips

According to Statistics Canada, heart disease is the second-leading cause of mortality in the country, accounting for nearly one in five deaths. It is…
Digestive Health

When our body is working in order, we rarely give the digestive system a second thought. Still, it often needs a bit of care…
Seasonal Allergies

In Canada, allergens like pollen strike not only in Spring, but up to the first freeze. Fortunately, there are ways to protect yourself against…