We’ve all heard that skin is the largest organ in our body. But many of us give it less than diligent care. We’re much more likely to labour over our hair, nails and even teeth than we are to take proper care of our skin. While drugstore products can be effective and certainly have their uses, you may still notice issues that don’t seem to … [Read more...]
When you are a part of a retirement community, you’re also a part of the fun. Stouffville Creek Retirement Residence offers weekly entertainment for its residents; instead of having to venture out to find activities to enjoy, the residence brings the entertainment home. It could be music; it could be a speaker; or even an antique travelling … [Read more...]
While we would all like to be healthy and fit, busy schedules and multiple demands on our time can make a regular exercise routine seem impossible. The good news is that you don’t have to magically find multiple free hours each week. You can improve your well-being just 30 minutes at a time. Chryssalis Skin Renu in Woodbridge has launched … [Read more...]
There are two cruciate ligaments in each leg. They connect the thigh bone (femur) to the shin bone (tibia), crisscrossing in the knee. In dogs, these ligaments are called the cranial cruciate ligament and the caudal cruciate ligament. A rupture almost always involves the cranial cruciate ligament, which is analogous to an anterior cruciate ligament … [Read more...]
Climbing the stairs is an everyday activity, but for older adults, it can become dangerous. According to the Public Health Agency of Canada, if you're over 65, your risk of falling down the stairs is greater than that of a younger adult and the results can be a lot worse – hospitalization, or even death in some cases. The good news is that … [Read more...]
The Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville is nestled in York Region and is an eclectic mix of urban and rural. That means the people are still small-town friendly, but you get all the advantages of life in a big city. In fact, Stouffville’s slogan is “Country close to the City.” To the south of Stouffville is Markham, a large town with a large … [Read more...]
What did we do before the invention of the microwave? Microwaves have become an essential small appliance in most peoples’ homes, and definitely make our lives easier. They are convenient for cooking, reheating, and defrosting food, and can also be a stylish part of your kitchen décor. How do you choose the right microwave for your home, and … [Read more...]
If you have deep facial wrinkles, “smoker’s mouth”, or hereditary lines around your lips, several medical cosmetic products currently on the market can help minimize their appearance. Advanced dermal fillers are often referred to as “a face lift without the surgery”. They add volume, lift and can remove deep wrinkles that unnecessarily … [Read more...]
Engaging your organization in community events and activities is a great way to make a difference and improve local amenities; not to mention it helps to keep your company in the public eye. Advertising and word of mouth are your tried and true techniques for attracting new clientele and maintaining your customer base; however, community … [Read more...]
The most common causes of itching in dogs and cats are environmental allergies, food allergies and skin parasites like mites or fleas. Studies have shown that environmental and food allergy symptoms will look the same, so further diagnostic assessment is usually necessary to determine the underlying cause of your pet’s itching. While a variety … [Read more...]