Living with chronic eczema

For any of us who have chronic eczema (also called atopic dermatitis) intense itching, skin-oozing and crusting, and the emotional distress that might accompany flare-ups can be very life-disrupting.  And while eczema often begins when we’re babies, some of us might be ‘lucky’ and symptoms will diminish with age. Still, others might only experience their […]

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Dementia Friendly Community

For the month of September, Medical Arts Pharmacy, 2 locations in Cornwall, would like to be part of the fundraising for Alzheimer’s Society and promoting dementia friendly community. For each dollar raised at the pharmacy (donation from customers or staff) Medical Arts Pharmacy would match the donation up to $500.

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There’s something new in understanding cancer

Whether directly or indirectly, it’s safe to say we’ve all had some kind of experience with cancer. And do you know there are more than 200 different types of human cancers? In fact, some, like breast cancer, were described by the ancient Egyptians, and fossil evidence shows that cancers appeared within the animal kingdom since […]

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Some tips for enjoying a healthy summer pregnancy

Except for the couple of weeks when temps might soar to risky heights, summer is generally a wonderful season for expectant moms, with lots of opportunity to stay active and enjoy fresh seasonal fruits and veggies.  But across every season, our pharmacists are always here to help.  “Help” can cover many situations during the average […]

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What are you up to on Monday, March 11?

Whatever…try to avoid daytime sleepiness when we spring forward Chances are you’re aware we spend about a third of our lives asleep. But you might not know that about one-third of us don’t get enough “good quality” sleep.  What are the barriers to waking up feeling refreshed and clear-headed? In short, it’s a long list.  […]

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