PRINCE GEORGE- The winter blues are a common condition occurring in roughly 15 to 30 per cent of the population. The winter blues are triggered by seasonal changes and the days getting shorter. They has been common occurence even in the middle ages."The ancient Norse - the Vikings, as we commonly call them - they ...

PRINCE GEORGE- As we head towards the shortest day of the year it may be harder to get enough sun. According, to Statistics Canada the amount of Canadians who don't get enough Vitamin D double during the Winter. While, some foods can provide a source of Vitamin D, supplements are also available.Brianna Pallot, a pharma...

PRINCE GEORGE-The BC supreme court has once again dismissed a review of the provinces raw milk ban. However, the reason it was banned in the first place is because unpasturized milk can be lethal. Dr. Rahul Walia, a resident medical health officer at Northern Health explains that unpasteurized milk can contain harmful ...

PRINCE GEORGE-Halloween is fast approaching and for some parents the scariest part about it might be the health of their children's teeth. However Dr. Jasper Huang, an associate dentist at Family Dental, says that theirs nothing to fear as long as they get a good cleaning after.Dr. Huang says that even he has a sweet t...

PRINCE GEORGE-When you think of body builders you might think of a young athlete taking to the stage but for some that drive to compete in physique comes later in life. John Brink is one of those individuals and is currently training for his next body building competition. Brink says that competing drives him to make h...

PRINCE GEORGE-After a large plate of potatoes and fatty turkey at Thanksgiving you may feel a bit of heartburn. Reaching for the antacids can provide some relief but what exactly do they do?"They sort of help with neutralizing that excess, stomach acid production," says pharmacist Brianna Pallot. "Heartb...

PRINCE GEORGE- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is a developmental disorder that causes inattention, hyperactivity, impulsivity and emotional dysregulation but contrary to popular belief its not because their brains can't focus.Judy Mitchell of JWM Counselling does ADHD life coaching and was also recently diagn...

PRINCE GEORGE-Dementia is a serious age related illness and in Northern B.C. faces extra challenges. Researchers at CNC studied those specific challenges that small and remote communities face and the first is the lack of education. "People did have some awareness about what dementia was and what was going on,&quo...

PRINCE GEORGE-After long periods of focus whether it's on the computer or reading books your eyes can begin to fatigue. Dr. Jennifer Wilczek, an optometrist at Parker Optometry, recommends that when you are studying or working to follow the 20-20 rule. The 20-20 rule is that every 20 minutes take a 20 second break and ...

PRINCE GEORGE- September is National Suicide Awareness Month with World Suicide Prevention day taking place on September 10, 2024. Both campaigns serve as a reminder for all Canadians that they're not alone and help is always available."We really believe accessibility is the most important thing," says Riley ...

PRINCE GEORGE-Backpacks, books, and binders all these should be on everyone's back to shool list.However, doctors are recommending adding one more item, your childs vaccinations.Third Avenue pharmacist Brianna Pallot says that routine vaccinations take place in both grade six and grade nine, as well as before kindergar...

PRINCE GEORGE- A new 18 year study out of the Journal of the American Heart Association shows that working in a high stress enviroment can lead to increased risk of heart disease. The findings in the paper, "Psychosocial Stressors at Work and Atrial Fibrillation Incidence: An 18‐Year Prospective Study", do ...

PRINCE GEORGE-September is fast approaching and as summer begins to fade more people begin using indoor gym facilities. When using those facilities it's important to care for the equipment to ensure that you aren't ruining the experience for others. One important piece of gym etiquette is putting away equipment because...

PRINCE GEORGE- whether you are looking to exercise in the great outdoors or just add something extra to your home gym the TRX may be a great option for you. This simple military invention can activate every part of your body and can be set up almost everywhere."It can be set up anywhere you have a very solid surfa...

PRINCE GEORGE-Mosquitoes are not just a nuisance but can also lead to diseases even in Canada. Bug repellant can keep them off but what should you choose?If you're looking for a spray there is Deet and Icaridin. Deet works by making it harder for bugs to smell humans and bite them. While Deet can be used for adults, Br...

PRINCE GEORGE-While the summer heat is nice it is important to recognize the sun is a deadly laser and if not properly protected you will burn. While wearing shirts and staying in the shade blocks all harmful UV rays, sunscreen is a great option for any exposed body parts. But what's the difference between SPF 30 and S...

PRINCE GEORGE- Further analysis into the BC Youth Adolescent survey by the McCreary Centre Society shows that young people in the Northern Interior still use substances at a higher rate than the rest of the Province. While young people in the north have historically been known to use more substances than in places like...

PRINCE GEORGE- Canada has approved the first once a week basal insulin for type two diabetics. The new insulin will be under the brand name Awiqli and will allow some patients to not have to take insulin every day. "It's honestly very crazy," says Pharmacist Brianna Pallot. "I didn't think that we would ...

PRINCE GEORGE- According to StatsCan pollen and grass allergies are the most common allergy someone can have. This allergy can make it hard for some to get outside and enjoy the summer. If you get a runny nose from pollen, pharmacist Brett Chiasson from Third Ave Pharmacy recommends taking a nasal spray that contains a...

PRINCE GEORGE- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig's disease is a paralysing neurological disorder that affects the motor neurons that control muscle movement and breathing. Kristi Francis's mom passed away from ALS and she hopes that one else has to go through the same struggles as her family...

PRINCE GEORGE- With summer right around the corner it's important to learn the signs of heatstroke so you can protect yourself and your family. Heat stroke occurs when your body temperatures increase to 40 °C causing confusion, seizures, heat rashes and even comas. If not treated quickly heatstroke can be fatal.Kid...

PRINCE GEORGE-A professor at UNBC has begun a youth lead research project into how to improve physical activity in northern B.C. This after the ParticipACTION Children & Youth Report Card says the Canadian kids score a D+ overall.Physical activity is important in a child's development as it's the foundation for the...

PRINCE GEORGE- Poison in every puff, Cigarettes damage your organs, Tabacco smoke harms children. These are some of the health warnings being added to every single cigarette to deter those first picking up a cigarette and to convince those to put down their last.Part of the reasoning behind the legislation is packaging...

PRINCE GEORGE- The First Nation Health Authority (FNHA) is improving rural healthcare with the addition of two new ultrasound machines being added to Kwadacha and Tsay Keh Dene. The new ultrasounds are from request by doctors working in the region who say the new machines will improve patient outcomes. "The commun...

PRINCE GEORGE- With numerous active wildfires and multiple droughts across the province, B.C. could be in for another season of smoke. It's important to take precautions to protect yourself especially if you are pregnant or have respiratory or heart conditions.You can find air quality advisories on the government of B....

PRINCE GEORGE- Nadine Furnell suffers from chronic pain due to being in six motor vehicle accidents. She was initially prescribed Lyrica for pain management but she says the side effects were too much to bare."I was on a nerve pain blocker, called Lyrica, which has a lot of really yucky side effects," says Fu...

PRINCE GEORGE- The province has begun inviting people to participate in their Spring Covid-19 booster program as a way to reduce spread of the illness. While it is available to anyone 6 months and older who hasn't received a vaccine in the last six month; the invitations will only be sent to the most vulnerable populat...

PRINCE GEORGE- A war is being waged as grocery stores use every psychological trick possible to get you to impulse buy food and often nutritional quality pays the price. However, armed with knowledge you can escape the aisles while keeping extra cash in your wallet."People that shop with lists tend to not get infl...