NEWS
Updates, Articles, Pandemic Response Notices
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In Squamish, we know that more practitioners will be required to support our fast-growing population. Work is underway to bring new practitioners into the community, but if you or a member of your family are currently without a physician, please take a moment and register.
Hand washing and masks thwart the flu
Public health measures taken to slow COVID-19 — like hand washing, physical distancing, mask wearing and reduced travel - are likely what's thwarted the flu.
Pregnancy and Acupuncture
In the western world, acupuncture is becoming increasingly popular for promoting maternal and foetal well-being and for treating problems which may arise during pregnancy. It is a drug-free treatment alternative during a period of significant hormonal change.
A daily glass of wine for better health? Canadian study says it’s too good to be true
Plenty of recent research points to how a daily glass of wine could improve your heart health and extend your life expectancy. But in a new study, Canadian scientists say the findings may be exaggerated.
Healthy lifestyle 'stacks the deck' for cancer prevention
Importance of exercising, not smoking reinforced for cancer prevention. Up to 40 per cent of cancer cases and about half of cancer deaths among some Americans might be prevented if people followed healthy habits, researchers estimate.
Don't Forget to Sleep as Part of Your Weight-loss Plan
Getting enough sleep is essential to successful weight loss. Sleep is often overlooked by dieters, but a wealth of scientific research supports the theory that people who get little sleep are at increased risk of being overweight or obese.