Ogden Pharmacy - Calgary, AB

06/30/2023

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11/14/2022

Calgary has very nice weather in summer and spring times. Lots of people would like to go outdoors to get that dose of sunshine with their daily exercise.

But what about fall and winter?

https://ogdenpharmacy.ca/how-to-safely-exercise-in-cold-temperatures-in-calgary-or-in-anywhere-else/

Calgary has very nice weather in summer and spring times. Lots of people would like to go outdoors to get that dose of sunshine with their daily exercise.

11/11/2022

Frostbite is a condition that can occur when your skin and underlying tissue freeze. It most often affects your extremities, such as your fingers, toes, nose, and ears.

A wind chill of -35°C or colder can cause frostbite in 30 minutes or less.

Frostbite can also occur on exposed skin, such as your cheeks, when the temperature is -15°C or colder.

https://ogdenpharmacy.ca/a-brief-guide-to-avoid-frostbite-and-how-to-treat-simple-frostbites/

Frostbite is a condition that can occur when your skin and underlying tissue freeze. It most often affects your extremities, such as your fingers, toes, nose,

11/10/2022

It is crucial to ensure your infant gets the nutrition they need for various reasons. For one, it is essential for their growth and development. Additionally, it can help prevent illnesses and diseases.

Furthermore, due to some weather conditions (such as extremely cold and unsunny winters in Calgary), babies and infants might not get sufficient nutrients they need (such as vitamin D), so you must be aware of that, and take necessary steps to address the deficiency.

https://ogdenpharmacy.ca/12-tips-to-ensure-your-infant-is-getting-the-nutrition-they-need/

It is crucial to ensure your infant gets the nutrition they need for various reasons. For one, it is essential for their growth and development. Additionally,

11/09/2022

Food poisoning is a common and serious problem. Across Canada, 12.5% of the Canadian population annually experiences food poisoning. There are also about 48 million cases in the United States.

https://ogdenpharmacy.ca/food-poisoning-a-common-and-serious-problem/

Food poisoning is a common and serious problem. Across Canada, 12.5% of the Canadian population annually experience food poisoning. There are also about 48

11/08/2022

The influenza vaccine is available free of charge to Albertans aged six months & older. You may also be eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine booster. To book, visit ahs.ca/vaccine.

11/08/2022

If you live in an area where snow is a regular occurrence during the winter (like Calgary), then you know that shoveling snow can be a real pain. Not only is it cold and tiring, but it can also be dangerous if you’re not careful.

Every year, people across the country end up in the hospital because of snow shoveling-related injuries. In fact, according to Professor Scott Lear, snow shoveling increases heart attack risk in men by 34%. This is especially for big dumps of snow (20 cm or more).

https://ogdenpharmacy.ca/31-tips-for-safe-snow-shoveling-in-calgary-to-avoid-serious-injuries/

"You must consult your physician before any snow shoveling activity, especially if you have back or heart problems."

11/07/2022

In Canada, there are around 9000 hospitalizations (in the USA, it is much higher and close to one million total injuries) related to falling on ice or snow. Furthermore, four percent of Albertans die as a result of a fall it is due to snow or ice fall.

https://ogdenpharmacy.ca/19-tricks-to-avoid-slipping-on-ice/

In Canada, there are around 9000 hospitalizations (in the USA, it is much higher and close to one million total injuries) related to falling on ice or snow.

11/06/2022

Interesting!

Building on a known connection between influenza infection and stroke, University of Calgary researchers used health records to see how flu shots influenced risk of stroke.

11/05/2022

Don’t forget!

It’s time to fall back. Remember to turn your clocks back one hour before you go to bed on November 5.

11/05/2022

We encourage all Albertans to get immunized against influenza and COVID-19. Afraid of needles? You’re not alone. Find tips on reducing pain & ways to make your immunization experience a positive one: ahs.ca/vaccinecomfort.