Yurek Pharmacy St Thomas

09/06/2026

09/05/2026

Protein and Healthy Aging: More or Less?

Protein has become a nutritional superstar, promoted for building muscle, maintaining strength and supporting healthy aging. But emerging research suggests the story may be more complicated.

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09/04/2026

Creating Connection Through Art
By Laura Woermke, Curator, St. Thomas-Elgin Public Art Centre

As Executive Director of the St. Thomas–Elgin Public Art Centre, I see every day how art contributes to the health and vitality of our community. There is growing recognition that access to art and creative experiences can support mental well-being, reduce isolation, encourage conversation, and strengthen our sense of belonging. These benefits are important because strong communities are built not only through services and infrastructure, but through opportunities for people to connect, participate, and feel that they belong.

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09/02/2026

Why comfort foods help you feel better!
Old School Pizza Co.

09/01/2026

Single, Working and Raising Kids? Forget Perfect; Aim for Possible
By Jenn Barnes, Dispensary Supervisor

Being a single working mom can feel like having two full-time jobs—and somehow being expected to excel at both. Between work responsibilities, school schedules, meals, bills, and sports, there may be very little time left for you.

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08/29/2026

Speaking Multiple Languages Keeps You Young
By Daria Horbal, BSc. Phm.

If you grew up speaking a second language (or more!), consider yourself lucky. There are countless benefits to speaking multiple languages fluently, including communicating with locals while travelling and being able to engage with shows, books, and movies in their original languages. In fact, people who speak multiple languages can maintain “younger” brains for longer.

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