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  • Watch this video and learn what your doctors hears through a stethoscope and what they see when they flash a bright light in your eyes. Be prepared to be surprised.
    In collaboration with: Dr. Ted Jablonski, Family Physician
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  • A winning sports team has a strong defence and good offence. It’s the same with your immune system. Here’s how to help maintain a healthy immune system to beat invaders that attack your health.
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  • Did you remember to take your pill this morning? Rather than count how many you have left in the bottle then do the math, try this memorable advice and tools given from a trusted pharmacist.
    In collaboration with: Judith Choquette, Pharmacist
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  • Your pet is a member of your family and your two-legged, four-pawed or winged friend deserves the best care possible.
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  • It’s herbal, what could possibly go wrong? Watch this slideshow and learn what could go wrong, what Health Canada is doing about it and how to choose herbal products that work.
    In collaboration with: Judith Choquette, Pharmacist
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  • Where are you going next? A sunny resort? Cosmopolitan city? Exotic locale? As your excitement builds, ensure your journey begins and ends on a healthy note with this advice from Dr. Jablonski.
    In collaboration with: Dr. Ted Jablonski, Family Physician
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  • If your pain warrants a visit to your doctor’s office, be prepared to be precise. This tool will help you do just that.
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  • It’s important to do some prep work and get organized before stepping into your doctor’s office.
    In collaboration with: Dr. Ted Jablonski, Family Physician
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  • You know the drill: Pee in a cup. Roll up your sleeve and make a first. It’s common for your healthcare provider to ask for certain tests and disregard other ones. Here’s why—and why not.
    In collaboration with: Dr. Ted Jablonski, Family Physician
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