In Focus: Men's Health June is Men's Health Month, a national reminder that taking care of your health is one of the most important investments you can make in yourself, your family, and your future. While many men are quick to look after the people around them, they often put their own health on the [...]
World No Tobacco Day: Support for Smoking Cessation in Newfoundland and Labrador Shorewell Pharmacy Group is committed to sharing the latest in health related news and developments that affect our community. Please read the message from the Public Health Agency of Canada and Minister of Health, Mark Holland regarding World No [...]
Parkinson's Disease: Signs, Treatment, and Guidelines for Care in Canada This post includes excerpts from the Canadian Guideline for Parkinson Disease, 2nd Edition, published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal on September 9, 2019. Authorship, citations, and additional resources are listed at the end of this article. Parkinson's disease is one of those conditions that [...]
When the Newfoundland spring finally breaks through the "March Gales," most of us start thinking about clearing out the garage or freshening up the house. But there is one area of the home that often gets overlooked during spring cleaning, and it’s the most important for your family’s safety: the medicine cabinet. April is Medication [...]
International Women's Day Shorewell Pharmacy Group is committed to sharing the latest in health related news and developments that effect our community. Please read the message from the Public Health Agency of Canada and Minister of Health, Mark Holland regarding International Women's Day, which is recognized annually on March 8th. Statement from the Minister of [...]
Recognizing Injury Prevention Day, July 7th, 2025 Prevention of Injuries Begins with You and Shorewell Pharmacy Can you think of a single person who HASN’T had an injury? The likelihood of that is pretty low! According to Parachute, the Canadian injury prevention organization, 17,843 Canadians died due to injuries between 2017-18, and 269,000 people [...]
Traveling and seeing different parts of the world is exciting and fun, however, traveling to foreign countries poses risks of contracting various travel-related diseases. Luckily, there are ways to help protect yourself from contracting these diseases. Taking preventative measures against diseases before your trip can help you enjoy your travel with peace of mind [...]
Seasonal allergies can be bothersome and frustrating for many, especially those who like to spend time outside.
Isolation, working from home, and business closures during COVID-19 have been challenging and stressful for many people around the world, including those with underlying conditions such as diabetes.
If you’re pregnant or trying to become pregnant, congratulations! This can be an exciting time in your life, and you definitely have a lot on your mind. You’ve probably thought of everything, from a new nursery and tiny clothes to changing dirty diapers and sleepless nights. Something you may not have thought about are [...]