McKnight's Pharmacy & compounding Centre, Hamilton, ON (2025)

02/03/2025

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04/26/2024

For many, spring weather can exacerbate asthma symptoms. Pollen is a common trigger, but did you know that asthma symptoms can also be triggered by temperature changes, insect repellants and yard fertilizers?

Now is a great time to check the expiry date of your inhalers—or if you can’t find them, call the pharmacy to request a refill.

Get more tips to help you breathe easier outside: https://asthma.ca/get-help/asthma-triggers/outdoor-triggers/

04/24/2024

Did you know that poor oral health can affect more than just your mouth? Poor habits can impact your heart, your ability to control diabetes, and more.

Take control of your oral health by maintaining a healthy diet, daily personal oral hygiene and regular visits to your oral health professional if possible.

Read more about taking care of your oral health: https://www.dentalhygienecanada.ca/DHCanada/DHCanada/Information/Oral_health__you.aspx.

04/19/2024

Dry, scaly patches of skin on your eyelids can be uncomfortable and unsightly.
Common causes of dry eyelids include:
• Red, flaky lids can be a response to an underlying medical condition such as diabetes or eczema.
• Eyelids can become dehydrated and scaly due to exposure to an allergen, like a plant pollen in the air, or as a reaction to a new clothing detergent, for example.

Talk to our pharmacist for tips on taking care of dry eyelids, and for advice on when you should talk to your doctor.

04/17/2024

Are spring showers triggering your migraines? You’re not alone. As many as one in three people with chronic migraines say that weather changes affect their symptoms.

For some people, weather changes can cause imbalances in brain chemicals like serotonin, that can bring on a migraine. Changes in barometric pressure and windy or stormy weather can also be triggers.

Read this blog post on how to cope when weather changes trigger your migraines:
https://www.tevacanada.com/en/canada/life-effects/weather-affect-migraine/

04/12/2024

The season has turned, the weather is balmy, and everyone seems to be feeling sunnier –– except you.

We know that depression is complicated – and anticipating the lows can be difficult. We are pleased to share this story on ways to better understand your depression, from someone who understands how it feels:
https://www.tevacanada.com/en/canada/life-effects/better-understand-your-depression/

If you have questions or any concerns about your mental health, talk to our pharmacist.

01/24/2024

When you have a cold, you can end up blowing your nose––a lot. This can result in a nasty side effect: a chapped nose. The combination of vigorous rubbing, contact with mucus and friction with the tissue can damage the skin barrier, leaving the area red, flaky, and sore.

To care for your chapped nose…

Run a humidifier to keep your skin and nasal passages moist.
Use a nasal rinse or spray to help flush out mucus and reduce inflammation.
Drink more water, to ensure your body is hydrated from the inside out.

Speak with our pharmacist if you have any additional questions on how to soothe your chapped nose.

01/17/2024

Did you know there are lots of benefits of taking your pet for regular strolls?

January has been designated Walk Your Pet Month! Even chilly winter days are a great time to take your furry friend for a stroll––it’ll do you both good.

Read more about walking your way to better health:
https://www.ccohs.ca/oshanswers/psychosocial/walking.html

01/10/2024

During the winter, you’re spending more time indoors, breathing in triggers like dust mites and pet dander, and when you do venture out on a chilly day, inhaling the cold air can also trigger an asthma attack.

Fortunately, there are things you can do to help you breathe a little easier:
• Run a humidifier in your home, to maintain a relative humidity of 35-50%.
• Keep your home tidy by reducing clutter and dusting and vacuuming regularly.
• When you go outside, place a scarf or mask over your nose and mouth.
Check out this blog post on asthma symptoms you shouldn’t ignore:
https://www.tevacanada.com/en/canada/life-effects/asthma-symptoms/

01/03/2024

Even during the coldest months of the year, our skin is still at risk of sun damage. Check out these three surprising facts to help you stay sun safe this season.
1/ UV strength doesn’t significantly decrease from summer to winter. If the sun is shining you are exposed to damaging rays, whether it’s +20C or -20C.
2/ The sun’s rays can pass through fog, haze, windows (including in the car) and reflect off snow.

3/ The Canadian Dermatology Association recommends applying a sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher to exposed skin daily, all year round.

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09/25/2023

The busy back-to-school season can be especially hectic if you’re a caregiver or a parent. Here are three tips that can help when trying to manage it all:

1/ Make lists. They’re visual reminders that will help you prioritize tasks and can keep you on track.
2/ Manage your expectations. Whether you’re planning weeknight dinners or after-school activities, forget about perfection. Sometimes good enough really is good enough.
3/ Declutter and get organized. From designated spots for the kids’ school backpacks, to a new filing system for medical records, being organized always pays off.

Read one dad’s account of how he manages the day-to-day care of his wife and daughter:
https://www.tevacanada.com/en/canada/life-effects/manage-my-day-as-a-caregiver/

09/22/2023

Red eyes can signal several different possible health issues, however in many cases there are things you do to help prevent it:

Avoid rubbing your eyes
Keep contact lenses clean and wear only for as long as directed
Make sure to remove eye makeup properly
Take regular breaks when you’re looking at a computer screen for a long period of time
Avoid eye irritants such as dust, smoke, or pet dander

Ask our pharmacist for advice on when to see a doctor. They can also review the over-the-counter eye drop options for dry eyes, allergies and other common irritants that can cause red eyes.

https://www.healthline.com/health/eye-redness
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/symptoms/17690-red-eye

09/18/2023

Have you, or someone you love, recently been diagnosed with cancer? If you have it can be tempting to minimize the pain or severity of the situation. Instead of letting people in, it might seem easier to pretend things are “fine,” but eventually you’ll need and want the support of your friends.

Check out this blog post on how to let friends in when you’re struggling with cancer:
https://www.tevacanada.com/en/canada/life-effects/five-steps-to-let-friends-in/

If you have questions about your situation, speak with our pharmacist.

09/15/2023

Some medications, including certain antidepressants and beta-blockers, can interfere with the quality and duration of your sleep.

If you are having trouble getting enough sleep at night and think it might be due to a new prescription, stop by and speak with our pharmacist. They can help you figure out if an active ingredient, or a certain dosage might be affecting your sleep, and advise on whether you should speak to your doctor.

https://www.webmd.com/sleep-disorders/medications-that-affect-sleep

09/13/2023

With back-to-school, and the return of cold and flu season just around the corner, now is the perfect time to review hand washing with your kids.

Good hand hygiene not only helps to prevent your child from getting sick, but it also reduces their risk of infecting others. If you have any questions, stop by and talk to our pharmacist.

To teach kids about proper hand washing technique, check out the popular Operation: WASHUP program. It contains fun, easy-to-understand tools you can use at home: https://www.tevacanada.com/en/canada/your-health-wellness/operation-washup/

07/31/2023

If your bare legs have ever brushed by poison ivy during a walk in the woods, you’ll know it! Contact with any part of the plant can cause a red, itchy rash.

The good news is that the rash will go away on its own, but it can be uncomfortable. Here are some steps you can take to control the itching:
• Apply an over-the-counter hydrocortisone cream or ointment.
• Take an oral antihistamine to calm the reaction.
• Soak the area in a cool bath with baking soda or oatmeal.

Stop by the pharmacy to pick up everything you will need and to ask our pharmacist for advice on what else you can do to treat a poison ivy rash at home.

Read more about poison ivy: https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/home-garden-safety/poison-ivy.html #:~:text=It%20grows%20on%20sandy%2C%20stony,from%20its%20extensive%20underground%20stems.

07/24/2023

Happy International Self-Care Day! Self-care means taking time to do things that you enjoy most or that make you feel better. It can include activities you normally do, like reading a book or trying something new like meditation. Even seeing a movie with a friend can be a form of self-care.

Consider trying some of these self-care activities:

• Journaling. Writing things down can help get them out of your head.
• Eating well. Try not to skip meals, choose nutritious foods, and drink eight glasses of water daily.
• Exercising regularly. Walking your dog, taking a bike ride, or trying a new fitness app all count!

Learn more about self-care, and how to find useful self-care tools online:
https://www.tevacanada.com/en/canada/life-effects/5-mindful-ways-practice-self-care/

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