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Preparing for adopting a puppy
I have had a few requests since the end of winter to share some thoughts on what advice I give to anyone considering making the commitment of getting a puppy. Spring and early summer are the most popular times of year for families to welcome a new puppy. The warmer weather certainly makes some of [...]
Full Story»Dental history 101
The history of dentistry from ancient times to today’s hi-tech world is filled with colourful stories, quirky remedies and some great material for trivia buffs. To begin, consider the following sobering fact: over the last 4,000 years of civilization, the first college to train dentists formally opened its doors in Baltimore in 1840, less than [...]
Food can help when dealing with stress
Whether living in the heart of our city or the quieter hub of The Beach, our fast-paced lives create a certain amount of stress – and it is hard to avoid. We all have it to varying degrees. Job demands, parenthood, lack of exercise and poor diet can all contribute to higher stress levels. These [...]
Dealing with life-threatening illness
Donna’s* oncologist told her there was nothing more medical science could do to stop the spread of her cancer. He added she probably had three months to live. She went home and went to bed to await the inevitable. Her daughter-in-law, distressed at her rapid descent into depression called the cancer support centre where I [...]
