Most of us are on a quest for glowing skin, but even more so as the holidays near. While we have been taught to stay away from the usual suspects of greasy, fried, sugary, and chocolaty foods, we imbibe and consume things that are surprising skin saboteurs. We turned to Dr. Manish Shah, a Denver board-certified plastic surgeon, for guidance on what food and drinks to avoid to achieve our best holiday complexion.
Alcohol:
First, the body metabolizes the alcohol using enzymes in your liver, which release a chemical byproduct called acetaldehyde. This byproduct is toxic to our body tissue. As a result, body tissues and skin are dehydrated, which causes premature signs aging of the skin such as wrinkles and fine lines. Dry skin is also a possibility with post-bingeing breakouts.
The alcohol causes inflammation to bodily tissue, releasing histamine that dilates the blood's capillaries, so that effect is redness of the skin. When compounded over years, this redness can be permanent.
Alcohol also expands the pores of the skin, making it easier for dirt and grime to build up into blackheads. Alcohol consumption affects your sleep quality, and the dehydration compromises the regenerative cycle your body enters while you dormant. This decreases normal cellular turnover and leads to an unhealthy complexion.
Coffee:
Caffeine has similar effects to alcohol on the body. It is also metabolized in the liver, then acts as a diuretic (hence the urge to use the restroom after drinking coffee). Diuretics also dehydrate the body tissues and skin, which in turn leads to wrinkles and premature aging. Caffeine can stress the liver just as aggressively as alcohol when consumed in large and frequent quantities. In addition, caffeine can rev you up, triggering a cortisol (stress hormone) response, which in some cases can lead to increased acne. If you love your coffee and can't do without it, it is important to remember to drink more water to offset the dehydration. Consider drinking green tea instead. It's a great antioxidant and causes less dehydration, due to its lower caffeine content.
Dairy:
It is not only the caffeine in coffee that could be inducing your acne, but the added dairy as well. Whether it is whole or skim milk, all dairy products contain many artificial hormones that can lead to oil production and clogged pores, which can trigger acne breakouts. Additionally, unrecognized dairy allergies can manifest with skin symptoms like dry and itchy skin.
Shellfish:
If your holiday gatherings usually consist of seafood, try to avoid shellfish. Shellfish is high in iodine, which can inflame your skin, clog your pores, and further cause the appearance of red, uneven skin. Instead of eliminating seafood. Try filling your plate with fish that contains omega fatty acids that will improve your skin.
Sushi:
If sushi is your go-to food for lunch, dinner, or just a quick snack, you may be experiencing some skin problems. Although not all sushi is damaging, rolls such as a California Roll contain white rice, which has a high glycemic index. If you top that off with high sodium soy sauce, this has been known to aggravate breakouts. These ingredients take away moisture and circulation from the upper layer of the skin, which leads to dry and aging skin. High glycemic index carbs and excess salt can lead to a puffy appearance.
Hot Sauce/ Spicy Food:
If you love when your mouth tingles when eating hot foods, I may have some bad news. Although spicy foods have been known to help with your metabolism, they could be the cause of your skin problems. Spicy foods like hot peppers can dilate the blood vessels in those who are already dealing with rosacea or menopause. The capillaries make the skin look less clear and less youthful.
Soda
Sorry folks, diet soda, is included in this too! Soda's high sodium content is not good for you and it ages your skin. Additionally, I should note that soda drinkers dehydrate they drink more soft drinks than water which causes puffiness and dull skin. Skip both kinds of sodas, diet and regular, and instead opt for fruit-infused water when you want a flavored drink.
About Dr. Manish Shah
Manish Shah, M.D., F.A.C.S. was born in Canada and raised in the Washington, D.C. area. He graduated with honors from the University of Pennsylvania, receiving a degree in biomedical engineering. He then completed his medical training at the University of Virginia, earning his Medical Doctorate. During this time, he also completed a one-year fellowship in microsurgery research at the New York University School of Medicine / Institute of Reconstructive Plastic Surgery. As a prelude to his plastic surgery training, Dr. Shah completed a rigorous five-year training program in General and Trauma Surgery at Emory University and the Medical College of
Georgia. His formal training in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery was completed at the Univ. of Tennessee College of Medicine – Chattanooga Unit. After completing his plastic surgery training, he moved to New York City when he was selected for the prestigious Aesthetic Surgery Fellowship at Manhattan Eye, Ear, and Throat Hospital. He underwent extensive, advanced training in aesthetic surgery of the face, breasts, and body at the hands of some of the most renowned cosmetic surgeons in the world. This fellowship is widely considered to be the best of its kind in the world. Dr. Shah is one of only a select few plastic surgeons in the country who
have undergone formal post-graduate training in aesthetic surgery. Dr. Shah’s specialties include revision facial aesthetic surgery, rhinoplasty (“nose reshaping”), and aesthetic surgery of the breast (breast augmentation, breast lift, breast reduction). He is, however, well-trained in all areas of aesthetic surgery. Dr. Shah’s aim is to obtain a natural appearing transformation
that complements the real you! Dr. Shah is a past Clinical Assistant Professor of Surgery at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center based at Denver Health Medical Center, the Rocky Mountain region’s only academic Level I trauma center. He is a past Chief of Plastic Surgery at Denver Health Medical Center. He also maintains a private practice in Aesthetic and Reconstructive Plastic Surgery on the Dry Creek Medical Center campus (DTC/Denver) and up in the Aspen Valley (Basalt – in the office of MD Aesthetics – Tim Kruse, M.D.).
Dr. Shah is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery and the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. Dr. Shah is board-certified.
How to Soothe Sore Muscles After a New Workout
New workout routines after a period of dormancy come at a price: sore muscles. It’s normal to feel some mild soreness after a drastic and vigorous workout. With time your body should get used to the physical stress, and the soreness will no longer be a recurring issue. However, what do you do tocalm down the painand discomfort before the body adjusts to these new workouts?
Do not stop working out
The majority of people will slump after experiencing sore muscles. Usually, this is a huge mistake as the body tends to go back to its previous condition. Instead, tone down the vigorous exercises and replace them with light stretches and exercises. This should tone down the tension and tightness in your muscles as well as increasing the range of mobility when you are sore. With time, you could increase the intensity of the exercises and stretches gradually until your body adjusts fully.
Heat and cold therapy
Heat and cold therapies are effective pain relief remedies that ease the tension in the affected muscles. Apply a hot pad on the affected muscle and let it sit for about twenty minutes. It should bring down the soreness. On the other hand, cold therapy aims at calming down swollen tissues and reducing pain. Apply an ice pack on the affected area and let it sit for some time. Try alternating these remedies until the pain tones down.
Hydrate
We cannot necessitate enough the importance of staying hydrated. Studies show a perfect correlation between increased muscle soreness and dehydration. Scientifically, water helps in the excretion of waste products. During workouts, muscles break down, releasing toxins and waste products that need to be flushed out of the body. Some of these toxins trigger muscle soreness. Staying hydrated minimizes the occurrence of muscle soreness with continued workouts and exercises.
Massage therapy
Sports and trigger-point massage therapies come in handy when seeking for soothing remedies for your muscles’ soreness. Your masseuse will target the affected muscles applying controlled pressure using the arms to ease tension and relieve pain. Although results aren’t immediate, within a few hours, you should feel the difference.
Take a long hot bath
Like heat therapy, taking a long hot bath improves blood circulation and loosens tight muscles. This should alleviate some pain in the affected muscles. After taking a hot bath, consider applying pain sprayto the aching areas and taking some pain killers.
You are already on the right track into adopting a better lifestyle. Don’t let the muscle soreness stop you.
Pear Sports Partners with LIVMOR to Provide Remote Digital Fitness & Wellness Coaching for Veterans with Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)
Pilot Study Will Assist Prescribing Physicians by Sending Personalized Exercise & Movement Instructions to PAD Patients to Improve Outcomes
NEWPORT BEACH, CA – October 28, 2019 - PEAR Sports, creators of the PEAR Health & Fitness Platform that delivers targeted smart coaching technology, today announced it has partnered with LIVMOR to develop digital fitness and wellness training programs that produce better outcomes and experiences for those suffering from Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD). LIVMOR, makers of the Halo+ Powered by Samsung medical-grade remote monitoring device, develops proprietary software solutions for wearable devices that continuously monitor the health and wellness of patients with chronic conditions. Together, LIVMOR and PEAR Sports will participate in a pilot study at the Dallas VA to serve Veterans with PAD.
“Fortunately, symptoms of PAD can be reduced and even eliminated with diet and exercise,” reports Ken Persen, Founder & CEO of LIVMOR. “This is the goal of the joint LIVMOR and PEAR Sports pilot study -- to interpret patient data, create personalized, actionable health coaching exercises, and send them directly to the Veterans to help reduce their symptoms and increase their overall quality of life. We are working together with the goal of delivering specific video and audio instructions directly to patients on their prescribed Halo+ tablet.” Ken added, “This is a great opportunity to use tele-health to extend the services provided to the Veteran population.”
The LIVMOR Coaching Platform Powered by Pear will be part of the prescriptive LIVMOR Halo+ program, currently in clinical trials, that provides an elegant turnkey solution for continuous remote monitoring of PAD patients. The LIVMOR solution uses the first prescription-only smartwatch for accurate remote monitoring of heart rate, heart rate variability and activity. This new digital coaching platform will deliver proactive wellness and exercise instructions targeted to improve patient results. The objectives of the pilot study, which is being performed in concert with the Dallas VA, are to monitor Veterans with PAD, and then provide custom and relevant fitness programs to reduce their symptoms and help them become healthier through proven exercise and wellness training.
“It is very rewarding to partner with a medical technology company like LIVMOR to provide digital wellness coaching solutions that will assist physicians and medical professionals in addressing chronic cardiovascular illness,” said Bob Allison, Founder of PEAR Sports. “We are particularly enthusiastic to work with LIVMOR to deliver engaging and effective exercise content to our Veteran population through the pilot study at the Dallas VA. We know the symptoms of cardiovascular disease can be alleviated with appropriate exercise and wellness programs, and we look forward to improving the wellness journey for Veterans suffering from PAD.”
PEAR Sports is perfecting the personalized delivery of digital health, wellness and fitness programs. Our platform and solutions deliver on-demand customized coaching that creates great experiences for customers and enterprises. For more information, visit www.pearsports.com.
About LIVMOR
LIVMOR develops proprietary algorithms and software solutions for wearable devices to provide continuous health and wellness monitoring for patients globally. For more information, visit www.livmor.com
Qunuba Sciences successfully earns a certificate for conformance with ISO 13485:2016 and the Medical Device Single Audit Program (MDSAP)
The company can now apply for Medical Device Licences on cannabis inhalational devices in rapidly growing medical cannabis markets, including Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Brazil, and the European Union.
TORONTO, Oct. 28, 2019 /CNW/ - Qunuba Sciences, a world leader in the development of cannabinoid delivery systems, is pleased to announce it has successfully earned a certificate for conformance with ISO 13485:2016 and the Medical Device Single Audit Program (MDSAP).
MDSAP is a rigorous audit process covering the requirements of ISO 13485:2016 as well as participating regulatory jurisdictions, including Australia (TGA), Brazil (ANVISA), Canada (Health Canada), Japan (MHLW), and the United States (FDA).
"This achievement is a key milestone for Qunuba Sciences as we approach marketing of the world's first medical-grade cannabinoid nebulization technology. Cannabis consumers in both the medical and wellness markets will have access to a safe alternative to burning or vaporizing cannabinoids without the unpredictable effect and slow-onset of edibles and oils," said Vijay Sappani, co-founder and director of Qunuba Sciences.
The emergence of Qunuba's technology directly addresses the need for trustworthy products in the inhalation of cannabis extracts. The precise-dosing device enables a more accessible intake experience due to the vaporless output of the underlying nebulization technology, meaning consumers can use the product in a wider range of settings than they are allowed with current vaping technology.
Qunuba Sciences' nebulization platform consists of a proprietary extraction and formulation method for producing aqueous cannabinoid solutions, coupled with an optimized handheld medical-grade inhalational device. Nebulization provides the same rapid onset of effect as smoking or vaping, but without requiring heating of the material and the resulting generation of toxic compounds. The proprietary aqueous cannabinoid solutions put safety first, using only inactive ingredients that are Generally Regarded as Safe (GRAS) and are also used in FDA-approved inhalational medicines.
Qunuba's multidisciplinary team of engineers and pharmacologists has successfully commercialized dozens of medical products approved by FDA, Health Canada, and other major regulators around the world. The team will continue to leverage this expertise to create innovative products that have a positive impact on for cannabis consumers.
About Qunuba Sciences
Qunuba Sciences, founded in 2018, is a privately owned Canadian company focused on the research, development, and commercialization of safe and effective cannabinoid technologies. For more information, please visit qunuba.com.
SOURCE Qunuba Sciences Inc.
Saudi Ministry of Health Raising Efforts on Tobacco Control
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Oct. 28, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of a move toward healthier citizens of the Kingdom and achieving the targets set in the Saudi Vision 2030, the Saudi Ministry of Health (MOH) under the leadership of HE the Minister Dr. Tawfig AlRabiah has successfully implemented several initiatives.
Saudi Arabia became one of the first countries to ratify World Health Organization (WHO) Framework Convention for Tobacco Control in 2005 and established the National Committee for Tobacco Control (NCTC). In 2017, the NCTC implemented the new 100% taxation on all tobacco products and enforced the no smoking law in public places including shopping malls, parks and workplaces. It has also banned tobacco advertisement and sponsorship and imposed Saudi regulations; restricting more than 60 types of imported products.
In 2018, the NCTC introduced an initiative in collaboration with the Interior Ministry focusing on prisons through raising awareness, treatment and facilitating smoke-free wings. It also collaborated with the Finance Ministry to raise the minimum price of tobacco products making it less accessible to the youngsters. Moreover, the Commerce Ministry has also established an electronic surveillance system that watches out for discount sales of tobacco products promotion in physical stores and in websites, penalizing violations.
Meanwhile, the MOH developed the Saudi clinical guidelines for tobacco cessation therapeutic program including the expansion of specialized clinics to 900 locations kingdomwide, ensuring easily accessible service and free medications to the needy. The MOH developed an electronic mobile application providing a wide variety of services to the public including awareness, prevention and treatment. The app also has a unique system for reporting violations of tobacco guidelines.
Collectively, these efforts resulted in a significant increase of clinic visits' rates by 213% and decreased imports of tobacco products by 54% in 2019. The percentage of individuals quitting smoking has reached 307%.
Furthermore, the NCTC collaborated with The University of Massachusetts in the field of research on tobacco. It also conducted the Global Adult Tobacco Survey in 12,800 households Kingdomwide in collaboration with WHO and the Center for Disease Control and Prevention CDC in Atlanta, which was used to collect national data on adult tobacco usage in KSA.
In close collaboration with WHO, Saudi Arabia became the first country in the Middle East applying plain packaging for tobacco products effective August 2019. Whereas the WHO has bestowed a global recognition award to Dr. Tawfig AlRabiah (Saudi Health Minister) for his efforts in combating tobacco addiction in May 2019 during the 72nd World Health Assembly.
"Saudi Arabia has an ambitious strategic tobacco control plan to reduce smoking rates from 12.7% to 5% by 2030, and we are aiming to implement tobacco control programs targeting school students soon," explains AlRabiah.
TORONTO, Oct. 25, 2019 /CNW/ - Moving adult smokers away from cigarettes to vaping products should be one of Ontario's public health goals. However, the recently announced ban on e-cigarette advertising at retail will limit adult smokers' ability to learn about alternative nicotine products.
"Adult consumers need to know the facts about vaping. With the news of vaping related illnesses, vapers don't know where to turn for accurate information. They need to know that vaping is less harmful than smoking. They need to know the science behind it. They need to know their options and how to use them. Imposing regulations that would further restrict communication about these products would only serve to keep smokers hooked on tobacco," said Helen Cran, a spokesperson for Rights4Vapers.com.
The data shows that adult smokers turn to vaping products to help them quit.
Right4Vapers.com surveyed 4,000 Canadian vapers. This survey is the largest consumer survey of vapers and their behaviour. The study found that 95 percent of respondents have used vapour products to quit smoking, and 98 percent of respondents smoke less because of vape use.
"We agree with responsible advertising. It shouldn't target minors or portray vaping as glamorous or safe. However, smokers need information on their products," said Ms. Cran.
Rights4Vapers.com is an organization of vaping advocates dedicated to the advancement of Canadian-based research on vaping. Dr. Chris Lalonde is an academic advisor.
[1] Tobacco Harm Reduction Approaches to Smoking, UK National Institute for Health and Care Excellence, public health guidance 45, July 2013
SOURCE Rights 4 Vapers
Ontario Medical Association Applauds Restrictions to Promotion of Vaping Products in Convenience Stores and Gas Stations
TORONTO, Oct. 25, 2019 /CNW/ - The Ontario Medical Association (OMA) strongly supports this move by the Ontario Government to address the issue of youth vaping by banning the promotion of vapour products in convenience stores and gas stations.
Our position is clear: vaping devices should not be used by non-smokers and especially not by young people.
The OMA wrote to Minister Elliott in September and recommended that the government:
Expand restrictions on the marketing and promotion of vaping products.
Expand restrictions of flavouring for vape juice, e-juice and e-liquid.
Develop awareness campaigns to educate the public, especially youth, about the harmful risks of vaping.
"On behalf of Ontario's doctors, I applaud today's announcement by Health Minister Christine Elliott that will restrict promotion of vaping products in convenience stores and gas stations," said Dr. Sohail Gandhi, President, OMA. "This is an important first step towards ensuring that these products are not marketed to youth. I also thank the Minister for inviting the OMA to participate in the Minister's roundtables to discuss this issue. We look forward to continuing to work with the government to protect youth from the dangers of vaping."
According to the most recent Canadian Tobacco, Alcohol and Drugs Survey, 23 per cent of students in Grades 7-12 have tried a vaping product, many of which contain nicotine.
There is a lack of awareness and understanding among youth about the addictive nature of nicotine and the potential negative health effects. There is evidence that youth who use vaping devices are more likely to smoke tobacco later in life.
The OMA has long advocated for robust smoking cessation programs. Vaping products have helped some people stop smoking, although the evidence on their effectiveness is inconclusive.
About the OMA
The Ontario Medical Association represents Ontario's 43,000 plus physicians, medical students and retired physicians, advocating for and supporting doctors while strengthening the leadership role of doctors in caring for patients. Our vision is to be the trusted voice in transforming Ontario's health-care system.
SOURCE Ontario Medical Association
How to Handle Your Indoor Winter Workouts Without Going Stir Crazy
Winter. That magical time of year when even your best outdoor plans tend to get ruined. This includes your regularly planned workouts, leaving you with a difficult decision: do you take your workouts inside and risk going stir crazy, or do you chance a miserable workout outside? Fortunately, you don’t have to make this difficult decision. With a few small adjustments, you can make your indoor workouts enjoyable, allowing you to keep your body (and mind) fit all winter long.
Invite a Friend
All workouts are more enjoyable with a friend, but especially those workouts that find you stuck inside. With a workout partner, you’ll have someone to keep you accountable and motivated, help share the misery of being cooped up inside, and to enjoy good conversation with once the workout is done. What’s more, your friend can help suggest tips to help make your workout better, resulting in increased fitness for both of you.
Keep the Temperature Right
One of the most difficult parts of working out indoors is properly regulating your body temperature. Since it’s the winter, you’ll likely have the heat on in your home. However, once you get into the heart of your workout, you may quickly find that what’s comfortable when you’re resting is miserable when you’re exerting yourself. Therefore, you must be prepared to turn on your air conditioner, even when the temperature outside might dictate otherwise. Just be sure your system is in good working order by having a local professional, like Robison Air, give it a thorough inspection.
Plan an Escape
A great way to motivate yourself for indoor winter workouts is to reward yourself after your workouts more than you normally would. For example, you may not normally reward yourself with a bubble bath after a run outside. However, to push yourself during that indoor workout, you can set aside time afterward for a juicy reward that will keep your eyes on the goal. Whatever you do, though, it’s important to avoid too many food rewards, as that could reverse the progress you make during your workout.
Set the Mood
It’s difficult to exercise inside during the winter, especially when what you’d rather be doing is running on the beach of a secluded tropical island. If you have space, though, you can bring the island to you instead of having to bring yourself to an island. You can include tropical plants in your workout space and even find videos of various tropical locations to play during your workouts. While it won’t be a substitute for the feeling of the sand between your toes, it will help tide you over until you’re able to get outside again.Keep Moving Forward
Acorn Biolabs partners with Executive Health Centre to become first clinic in North America to offer non-invasive stem cell collection
TORONTO, Oct. 23, 2019 /CNW/ - Acorn Biolabs, a pioneer in non-invasive stem cell collection, today announced a strategic partnership with Toronto-based Executive Health Centre, a medical wellness centre and leader in precision and personalized medicine. Under the agreement, Executive Health Centre will become the first clinic in North America to offer its patients the ability to have their stem cells banked through a method that involves simply plucking a few hair follicles from a person's head.
Acorn's innovative method allows for full genome collection without the need for surgery or other painful and invasive procedures, making stem cell collection significantly more affordable and accessible for everyone.
"Our partnership with Acorn is tremendously exciting for the future of healthcare," says Dr. Elaine Chin, founder of Executive Health Centre. "Stem cells play a critical role in predictive analytics and will allow us to identify and prevent diseases before they happen, in addition to creating the possibility for an array of personalized regenerative treatments in the future."
Once stem cells are collected, Acorn uses a proprietary method of keeping cells viable during transport and storage, turning collected hair follicles into a highly valuable and accessible resource for regenerative medicine and genetics. Not only are these stem cells securely stored for future use, but the company's scientists can also extract critical genetic information that will unlock valuable data about a person's health that has never been available before. With this partnership, Executive Health Centre patients will also have access to Acorn's genetic age reports that provide insights into a person's aging process.
"Dr. Chin has been a trailblazer in using biometric and monitoring technology with her patients, and has established herself as an eminent thought leader in this space. For Acorn to combine our technology with her clinic's expertise is a major win not just for patients, but also for the broader industry as a whole," says Dr. Drew Taylor, co-founder and CEO of Acorn. "Both Executive Health Centre and Acorn strongly believe that our cells are the future of healthcare, and we're thrilled to be working together in making regenerative medicine accessible to more and more people."
Media Availability Time: 4:00 p.m. Location: Executive Health Centre, 4120 Yonge Street, Toronto, ON Dr. Drew Taylor and Dr. Elaine Chin are available for interviews.
About Acorn Biolabs, Inc. Founded in 2017 by Steven ten Holder, Patrick Pumputis and Dr. Drew Taylor and borne out of years of research, Acorn is a healthcare technology company. Based at Johnson & Johnson INNOVATION JLABS in Toronto, Acorn is focused on giving every human being the best chance to experience more healthy years with its easy, affordable and non-invasive live-cell collection, analysis and cryopreservation service. Acorn helps you live a longer, healthier tomorrow by freezing the clock on your cells today. Visit www.acorn.me.
About Executive Health Centre The Executive Health Centre is recognized for its visionary work in personalized, preventative healthcare. Dr. Elaine Chin, founder of the Executive Health Centre, established North America's first physician and naturopathic doctor-integrated health clinic in 1997 at the Mississauga Hospital (now Trillium Health Partners). Today, the combined expertise of this innovative model is unmatched in North America and provides its patients the best in seamless integrative medicine and rejuvenation therapies. Dr. Chin is also the author of "Lifelines – Unlocking the Secrets of Your Telomeres for a Longer, Healthier Life," on The Globe and Mail's Top 10 Bestseller List. Visit: www.executivehealthcentre.com.
SOURCE Acorn Biolabs
Walmart offering free health screenings at Wellness Day events
Walmart pharmacists on-hand to meet customers and offer services
MISSISSAUGA, ON, Oct. 23, 2019 /CNW/ - With 60 per cent of all households in Canada living within a 10-minute drive of a Walmart store, Walmart pharmacists can be one of the most accessible healthcare providers, offering expert advice and compassion on healthcare issues.
This coming Saturday, Canadians in communities across the country can meet one of the more than 1,150 licensed pharmacists, like Cecile San Jose (Brampton, Ontario) offering healthcare services at Walmart.
As part of the annual Wellness Day (October 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.), customers will receive complimentary healthcare services including, glucose checks, blood pressure checks, flu vaccinations, and consultations with their local pharmacist about any health concerns.
San Jose has been a pharmacist for nearly a decade and has spent more than half of her career at Walmart. She recognizes the important role that pharmacists play in helping Canadians make their health a priority and sees Walmart's Wellness Day as a valuable opportunity to promote good health.
"At Walmart, part of our mission is to help Canadians live better. As a pharmacist that means helping people live healthier lives," said San Jose. "Our free Wellness Day screenings can help Canadians discover underlying issues like high blood pressure and diabetes, which they can then manage. Not only do we want Canadians to live better, we want them to stay well."
Walmart Canada launched its first Wellness Day in last spring and provided more than 11,000 free health screenings.
One-stop health shop
Every year, hundreds of thousands of Canadians are supported by Walmart pharmacists. These important services are one part of Walmart's health and wellness offering, which also includes vision centres (in select stores), medical clinics (in select stores) and access to affordable products that support good health.
"Whether customers are embarking on a new path to wellness or continuing on their journey, Walmart's licensed pharmacists can help," said Shelly Kiroff, senior vice president, health and wellness at Walmart Canada. "At a time when new health trends are constantly emerging, our pharmacists can help Canadians understand what's best for them."
About Walmart Canada Walmart Canada operates a growing chain of more than 400 stores nationwide serving more than 1.2 million customers each day. Walmart Canada's flagship online store, Walmart.ca is visited by more than 750,000 customers daily. With more than 85,000 associates, Walmart Canada is one of Canada's largest employers and is ranked one of the country's top 10 most influential brands. Walmart Canada's extensive philanthropy program is focused on supporting Canadian families in need, and since 1994 Walmart Canada has raised and donated more than $400 million to Canadian charities. Additional information can be found at walmartcanada.ca, facebook.com/walmartcanada and at twitter.com/walmartcanada.
