Goodsoil Medical Clinic

10/23/2025

🤒 Flu season is here — are you ready?

We’ve updated our tools and resources to help pharmacists support patients with prevention, symptom management, and vaccination this season.

💬 Answers to Common Questions About the – A quick FAQ to help address patient concerns about flu shots and vaccination: https://ow.ly/XcFV50XgUlj

📄 Common Cold and Influenza Infographic – Download and share with patients for practical tips on relief, safe medication use, and when to seek care: https://ow.ly/BNX550XgUlS

📚 Updated CPS Chapter – Explore the latest evidence on complications, vaccine coadministration, preferred options for older adults, and more: https://ow.ly/bRb350XgUmh

10/21/2025

10/21/2025

Stickers on your health card are no longer used to show you plan to be an organ/tissue donor. Register your intent online and talk to your family so they know your wishes. Visit www.GiveLifeSask.ca

Thousands of Canadians are waiting for a transplant-one donor can save up to 8 lives and enhance 75 more through tissue donation.

10/21/2025

Did you know that 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime? Early detection through screening mammograms can make a huge difference! In 2024–25, BreastCheck conducted 35,075 screenings in SK, with around 75% of diagnosed cases being early stage. Get screened and encourage others to do the same!

10/21/2025

10/16/2025

🙈 7 SIDE EFFECTS OF EATING JUNK FOOD 🙈

Normally we talk about the benefits of eating whole foods…

😲 Well, let’s flip that script and talk about the likely side effects that ultra-processed junk foods bring to the table

Ultra-processed foods are manufactured “food products” like snacks, packaged meals, cereals, etc.)

1. Added sugars and unhealthy fats that cause inflammation, which is linked with chronic diseases like type 2 diabetes, heart disease, some cancers, and weight gain.

2. Excess sodium, which is linked with higher blood pressure and a higher risk of heart disease and stroke.

3. Gut problems like constipation can happen, because they are low in fiber.

4. Roller-coaster energy and blood sugar levels because of their low fiber content and high amounts of refined carbs/added sugars.

5. Fewer vitamins, minerals, and essential nutrients that your body needs — especially for the high number of calories these foods contain.

6. Cravings, because they are chemically engineered to be super delicious and make you want to eat more of them.

A better, healthier bet: the real foods that your grandparents (and your body!) would recognize.

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10/16/2025

📱 It’s time to swap scrolling for reading! 📖

You probably already knew this, BUT…

Scrolling on your phone at night (or any other digital device) keeps your brain working overtime.

Instead, reading helps reduce stress, makes it easier to fall asleep, and carries a LOT of health benefits for you.

Plus, reading can…

📚 Strengthen networks in your brain
📚 Help prevent age-related cognitive decline
📚 Improve your ability to empathize
📚 Lower stress
📚 Fight depression
📚 Support longevity

And yes, it can help you fall asleep! 🎉

Speaking of which…

Want some great tips for getting a good night’s sleep? Comment “SLEEP” to get my 7-Day Relax & Recharge Routine for FREE!

REFERENCE:
https://www.healthline.com/health/benefits-of-reading-books

10/16/2025

Ever wondered how incorporating a 20-minute walk into your daily routine can enhance your overall health? Here are eight compelling reasons to make it a part of your routine.

Looking for more simple ways to boost your daily routine? Here are our top 10 healthy habits for along life: https://www.healthydirections.com/articles/general-health/healthy-habits-for-long-life

10/16/2025

08/27/2025

Be sun safe this summer. Check your body regularly and speak with your health-care provider immediately if you suspect signs of melanoma (a type of skin cancer).

08/27/2025

The Saskatchewan Cancer Agency is focused on cancer screening and research throughout Saskatchewan, Canada. We help patients with breast, cervical & colorectal cancer screening and prevention information in Regina and Saskatoon.

08/27/2025

Tips to avoid heat-related illness:
1. Stay out of the heat & avoid direct sun ☀️ between 11am & 3pm. If you do need to be out, use sunscreen and wear a hat.
2. Cool yourself down - drink lots of fluids & eat cold foods with high water content like fruit 🍉 🍎
3. Avoid any extreme physical exertion and keep in the shade whenever possible. If you don't have access to air conditioning at home, use fans and keep window blinds closed (open windows at night, if possible, to cool the indoors)
4. Look out for others - check on isolated, elderly, or very young people to make sure they are staying cool