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6CROHN’S & COLITIS More than 110,000 people inCanada are affected by Crohn's dis-ease. The disease can have a devas-tating impact on people's lives.

7DIGESTIVE HEALTHGreat selection of quality health and wellness products from Peoples Pharmacy.

9SPOTLIGHT ON OURCOMMUNITIESA look at Port Hardy and Salmo, twoB.C. communities that Peoples isproud to be a member of.

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Community owned and operated pharmacies, proudly servingBritish Columbians since 1976. Peoples Pharmacists are trulycommitted to helping people live better lives by providingtrusted and personal health care.

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Most patients are aware of their Pharmacist.They are the nice men and women who standbehind the counter and help you get the medicineyou need to stay healthy. Sometimes they wear awhite coat. Most of the time this is what a Pharmacist does, but your Peoples Pharmacist cando so much more. There aremany behind the scenes activi-ties that you never see or hearabout. Let's take a look at whata pharmacist really does all day.A pharmacist just puts pills in

bottles all day, right? That usedto be the case about twentyyears ago. Now much of thatwork is handled by technicians or even technol-ogy. Your Peoples Drug Mart Pharmacist of todaycan be much more active in the management ofyour health. Many have specialized knowledge incertain areas of health care. Some pharmacistsfocus only on patient counselling and answeringquestions. They have also been known to get outfrom behind the counter to give community lec-tures and vaccination services. Your local PeoplesPharmacist is capable of so much.I can’t think of any Peoples Pharmacists who

don't take a personal interest in the health of theirpatients. This is why we keep up to date on thelatest drug and disease information. This may in-clude reading medical and pharmacy journals, at-

tending lectures, completing home study coursesor attending health related conferences. Further-more, many Peoples Pharmacists have obtainedspecialized training in various aspects of healthcare. Some may be diabetes or asthma educators.Others may have extra knowledge about vitamins

and herbal products. If youhave any questions about yourhealth or the medications youare taking, ask your PeoplesPharmacist. You may be sur-prised by how much theyknow.

People often forget thatPharmacists are the experts

when it comes to over the counter medications.Whenever you have a cold/flu, minor aches andpains or other minor health problems, your Peo-ples Pharmacist is the most accessible health careprofessional. If you ever need information aboutthe various pain relievers or cold medications, askyour pharmacist. They can help you avoid prod-ucts that may interfere with any medications youare taking, or medical conditions you may have. Ifyou have any questions about wound care, askyour pharmacist. Need a cane, crutch or kneebrace, ask your Pharmacist. Do you have anyminor skin, eye or ear problems, ask your pharma-cist. There are many health care products in the


If you have any questionsabout your health or themedications you are taking,ask your Peoples Pharmacist.You may be surprised by howmuch they know.

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Health & Wellness Talk to your local PeoplesPharmacists about the dif-ferent ways they can helpyou manage your healthand wellness. The pharma-cist’s role is changing.

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Crohn's disease is a type of inflammatory boweldisease (IBD) that can damage the lining of any partof the digestive system, including the mouth,esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine,rectum, or anus. This inflammatory disease mostoften affects the small intes-tine, especially a portionknown as the terminal ileum.More than 110,000 people

in Canada are affected byCrohn's disease. Crohn's dis-ease can affect people of anyage, and it is usually diag-nosed when people are be-tween 15 to 25 years old or45 to 55 years old. The dis-ease can have a devastatingimpact on people's lives.Ulcerative colitis is a type of inflammatory bowel

disease (IBD) that affects the lining of the colon(large intestine). Ulcerative colitis is known as an in-flammatory disease because it causes inflammation,sores, bleeding, and scarring of the inner walls ofthe colon. The inflammation usually starts near therectum and continues up the colon. The inflamma-tion involves continuous areas of the wall ratherthan small patches.What are Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis?Your digestive system helps you digest food and

eliminate solid waste from your body. It includes

your mouth, esophagus, stomach, small and largeintestines, rectum, and anus. Figure 1 shows thedifferent parts of the digestive system."Crohn's and colitis," also known as inflammatorybowel disease (IBD), is a medical term that de-

scribes two separate diseasesaffecting the digestive sys-tem: • Crohn's disease• Ulcerative colitisBoth Crohn's disease and ul-cerative colitis damage thelining of the digestive systemby causing inflammation,sores, bleeding, and scarring.This can lead to painful, em-barrassing symptoms, such asabdominal pain and cramps

and diarrhea (which may be bloody). Other symp-toms can include loss of appetite, malnutrition, andweight loss. Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitiscan also cause symptoms outside of the digestivesystem, such as fatigue, fever, mouth ulcers, skinrashes, eye inflammation, or joint pain.Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis have many

symptoms in common, but they are separate med-ical conditions. So what's the difference betweenCrohn's disease and ulcerative colitis?• Crohn's disease can affect any part of the diges-tive system, while ulcerative colitis affects only the


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Medication non-compliance accounts for approximately25% of all hospital admissions among seniors

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Many people today are on more than one medication, and when you combinethis with a busy and active life, it can lead to the confusion of properly taking yourmedications. Medication non-compliance is a serious concern and can be harmfulto your health and wellness.

Peoples Drug Mart offers a medication compliance program called “MedManager.” The Med Manager is a medication compliance card that conve-

niently organizes your medications for a full week, and helps you easilyidentify what medications are to be taken at what time of the day.Be safe, take the guesswork out of your daily medications.

colon (large intestine).• The inflammation caused by Crohn's disease canpenetrate deep into the walls of the bowel tissue.Ulcerative colitis tends to affect a single layer of thebowel wall (inner lining).• Crohn's disease inflammation tends to occur inpatches throughout the digestive system, while ul-cerative colitis inflammation tends to affect a con-tinuous area of the colon, usually starting from therectum and moving up through the colon.• Although Crohn's disease can be effectively man-aged with medications, it cannot be cured. Ulcera-tive colitis can be controlled with medications or canbe cured surgically by removing the colon.• Both Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis are life-long conditions that can have a serious effect onyour life. These conditions are unpredictable - peo-ple with Crohn's disease and/or ulcerative colitishave attacks (also called "flare-ups") followed by pe-riods of "remission" when the symptoms go away.During a flare-up, you may be unable to work or doyour usual activities because of debilitating symp-toms. You may end up in the hospital or require sur-gery. All of these things can take a toll on you andyour life.

Treating Crohn's disease: What to expect fromyour treatmentCrohn's disease is unpredictable. People with

Crohn's disease experience flare-ups of symptoms,also called attacks (or relapses if they happen morethan once), followed by long periods of time, oftenweeks to years, when the symptoms go away, alsocalled remissions. Flare-ups can cause you to fre-quently miss work, meals (which can have a nega-tive impact on your nutrition), sleep, or time withyour family and friends, and even end up in the hos-pital.Because the effects of Crohn's disease vary from

person to person, treatment goals may also vary.Talk to your gastroenterologist about your personaltreatment goals and creating a treatment plan. Seeyour doctor regularly so you can track your progress.Treatment for Crohn's disease involves nutritionaltherapy (to prevent malnutrition that can occur),medications, and possibly surgery. In general,Crohn's disease treatment aims to:• bring your disease under control (relieve symp-toms and reduce the frequency of flare-ups)• improve your quality of life and help you live anormal, active life

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�1000 was donated to the Salmo Ladies Hospital Auxillary (SLHA). The SLHA raises funds for the health facil-ities in the Kootenay Boundary, helping purchase equipment for Kootenay Lake Hospital, Kootenay BoundaryRegional Hospital, Salmo Wellness Centre, Salmo and Ymir Ambulance.Photo: Loree Coulombe, SLHA, Dun-can Mackay, pharmacist & owner, Gustina Dalcanale, SLHA, Patti Yampolsky, SLHA and Arlie Bengert, SLHA.

Salmo

The Peoples Drug Mart Healthy Communities Fund (HCF) is a community support program that provides finan-cial assistance to health related organizations in Peoples Drug Mart communities. The HCF is funded by the owneroperators of Peoples Drug Mart and from the proceeds of thePeoples Drug Mart corporate fundraising.

Photo courtesy Province of B.C.Photo courtesy Province of B.C.

Salmo is a small friendly community nes-tled in the beautiful Selkirk mountains ofsoutheastern B.C. Known as the "Hub of theKootenays" Salmo is located an equal 30minute drive from the communities of Nel-son, Castlegar, and Trail. Surrounding moun-tains, pristine lakes, streams and rivers makeSalmo a natural haven for a wide variety ofwildlife and offer an ideal setting for outdoorrecreation enthusiasts.

Salmo has a fascinating Gold Rush and log-ging history that is celebrated in their famousstone murals. These murals uniquely featurethe history and natural beauty of the area.

Port Hardy is located in one of the mostbeautiful and accessible wilderness areas onVancouver Island. The town is a rich, resilientresource community perched on the shores offertile Hardy Bay.

Port Hardy's unique rugged beauty and his-tory is visible present day, with a fascinatingworking harbour, logging industry, and hardypeople working year round against the back-drop’s stunning wilderness environment. PortHardy serves as the crossroads for air, ferry andmarine transportation networks, and serves asthe gateway to the fast-growing CentralCoast, the Cape Scott and North Coast Trails,and BC Ferry’s northern terminus for the Dis-covery Coast run and Prince Rupert.

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• prevent and treat complications, such as malnutri-tion, osteoporosis (thin, brittle bones), and bloodclots in the legs, since people with Crohn's diseasemay be at increased risk for these complicationsIt's important to ask yourself, "Is my Crohn's dis-

ease as well controlled as it could be?" If yourCrohn's disease is not well controlled, talk to yourgastroenterologist about the treatment options avail-able to you.Medications have a variety of roles in treating

Crohn's disease. Depending on the medication, therole may be to:• relieve symptoms during a flare-up• keep the condition in remission• control the disease itself, not just the signs andsymptomsEveryone's experience with Crohn's disease is

slightly different. But you can take control by work-ing with your doctor to find a treatment that's rightfor you. This can help relieve your symptoms and re-duce the number of flare-ups, thus providing longperiods of remission. Can I expect a cure for Ulcerative colitis?Ulcerative colitis can be cured by surgically remov-

ing the colon. However, surgery is not for everyone,and is usually reserved for severe cases.Surgery comes with risks, and after surgery you

may have a pouch inside your body to collect wasteand that needs to be emptied via a valve that leadsto the outside of your body, or you may need towear a bag outside the body to collect solid waste.What else can I expect from treatment? Because the effects of ulcerative colitis vary from

person to person, treatment goals may also vary. Talkto your gastroenterologist about your personal treat-

ment goals and creating a treatment plan. Treat-ment for ulcerative colitis involves nutritional ther-apy (to prevent malnutrition that can occur),medications, and possibly surgery.In general, ulcerative colitis treatment aims to:• bring your disease under control (relieve symp-toms and reduce the frequency of attacks)• improve your quality of life and help you live anormal, active life• treat complications such as malnutrition, osteo-porosis, and blood clots in the legs, since peoplewith ulcerative colitis may be at increased risk forthese complicationsYour doctor will work with you to find the treat-

ment options that best meet your needs. Factorsyour doctor will consider when recommending atreatment include:• which parts of the digestive system are affected• how severe your symptoms are and how they areaffecting your quality of life• which treatments you have tried in the pastMedications have a variety of roles in treating ul-

cerative colitis. Depending on the medication, therole may be to:• relieve symptoms during a flare-up• keep the condition in remission• treat or prevent complications of ulcerative colitis• control the disease itself, not just the signs andsymptoms.If you think you might have Crohn's disease or ulcer-

ative colitis, or if you're living with one of these condi-tions and you have questions, talk to your doctor.

All material © 1996-2015 MediResource Inc. The contents herein are for informa-tional purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualifiedhealth provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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We Can Help WithTravel Vaccinations.Make Peoples your first destinationfor travel health. Most Peopleslocations provide convenienton-site travel vaccination servicesso you can have a worry freeand safe vacation.

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aisles of your local Peoples Drug Mart or PeoplesPharmacy; so let your pharmacists help youchoose the best product to treat your specificsymptoms.One specialty that pharmacists are rediscovering

is medication compounding. This has always beenthe job of the Pharmacist, but today the complexityand range of compounds available are staggering.If you have allergies to gluten or lactose, yourcompounding pharmacist can make you a product without these ingredients. Many petmedications can also be prepared, often with yourpet's favourite flavours. If you doctor or specialisthas a custom drug product they wish to try, oddsare your compounding Peoples Pharmacist canmake it.If you have any questions about your medica-

tions, the person to ask is your Peoples Pharma-cist. If you would like a more in depth chat aboutyour medications or health concerns, talk to yourpharmacist about a medication review. During amedication review, your Peoples Pharmacist makesthe time to answer all of your pressing health re-lated questions. They will also ask questions aboutany vitamins, over the counter products or othersupplements you might be taking. This is done todetermine if these supplements might conflictwith your current medications or conditions. Insome cases, there might be a vitamin or supple-ment that could improve your health. Many timesyour Peoples Pharmacist can find solutions tomedication issues that you and your doctor mightnot have even been aware of. If you have ques-tions or concerns, ask your pharmacist about hav-ing a medication review.Something you might also not be aware of is

that your local pharmacist might be able to refillyour prescriptions without you having to visitingyour doctor. In February 2008, the provincial government acknowledged that pharmacists playan important role in the managing of patients

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Going Away For Spring Break?Some immunizations for internationaltravel require a series of vaccinations thatare administered over a 2-3 month period.

Make Peoples Your FirstDestination For Travel Health

Most Peoples locations conveniently administer travelvaccinations on-site. Talk to a People Pharmacist ifyou're travelling to a tropical destination and discussthe following common illnesses:

cholera, hepatitis A, hepatitis Bmalaria, traveller's diarrheatyphoid fever

Talk to a Peoples Pharmacist who can advise you onthe medications, vaccinations and health supplies thatyou'll need for a safe and healthy trip.

Focus On Vitamin DHelps Prevent Major DiseaseVitamin D, often referred to as the “sunshine vitamin,"is a fat-soluble vitamin. Vitamin D is well known for theimportant role it plays in helping the body to absorbcalcium as well as maintaining strong bones to preventosteoporosis. New studies show that Vitamin D may alsobe effective in helping reduce the risk of certain cancersby almost 60 percent.

Evidence suggests that the current Vitamin D recom-mendations — 200 to 600 IU per day, depending onage — are too low. Many researchers now advise in-creasing daily Vitamin D intake to 1,000 IU. Talk to aPeoples Pharmacist about the benefits of Vitamin D.

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We Can HelpWith TrustedCounselling.Personal and trusted counsellingprovides you with the knowledgeyour prescription medications aredouble-checked to ensure they aresafe and appropriate for you.

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drug therapy. To ease some of the pressure on abusy health care system, pharmacists might beable to renew your existing prescriptions. Thismeans that you can spend more time with yourdoctor discussing health care goals and less timewith routine refill prescriptions. Pharmacists cannot refill every medication that you are taking. Ifthere is a long term medication that is running outand you are unable to meet with your doctor, askyour Peoples Pharmacist if they can help. Theymight be able to adapt your prescription and pro-vide an extra refill.If you have any questions about vaccinations or

medications needed for traveling, the best personto ask is your Peoples Pharmacist. They may haveknowledge about the items you could need for asafe journey. In some cases, your local Pharmacymight hold travel medicine clinics. These clinicsspecialize in what medications and vaccinationsyou will need during your travels. Your commu-nity pharmacist can determine any health con-cerns you might encounter during your travels.Then they can work with your doctor to ensure youreceive any vaccinations or precautionary medica-tions you might need. Ask your Peoples DrugMart Pharmacist for more information about themedications you might need on your travels. Witha little planning, your well deserved vacation canbe truly relaxing.I bet you did not know your local Peoples Phar-

macist was capable of so many things. This only asmall sampling of what happens in a Pharmacy. Ileft out the paragraphs about collaborating withyour doctor to keep you healthy, maintaining druginventories, planning in-store health clinics, blis-ter packing medications and providing great cus-tomer service. If you have any questions aboutyour health or medications, ask your communityPeoples Pharmacist.

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We Can HelpWith MenopausalHormone Therapy.Select Peoples locations providemenopausal hormone therapy tohelp people transition throughmenopause more comfortably.Talk to a Peoples Pharmacistabout this health service.

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SLEEP WELL>Sleep deprivation is a quiet epidemic that intersects withsociology, psychology and physiology. A by product of modern living, sleep deficiency is a symptom of living in a fastpaced society that values being able to squeak out everyminute in a 24-hour cycle. We admire productivity and thosewho have the stamina to seemingly survive on less than 8hours of sleep. Often, the sleep deprived will embrace caffeineand other stimulants, wearing their daily dose as a badge ofhonor. We rarely connect the dots when this strain of superhuman individual has a physical or psychological setback. Energy drinks and sleeping aids are top sellers in today’s marketbut these crutches are not cures. Sleep deprivation is both asymptom of a body being out of balance with the natural rhythmof life and a contributing risk factor for illness and disease.

Studies suggest lack of sleep is more common for adoles-cents and those on the younger side of middle age but nosingle age group is immune. Show me a parent today whois not sleep deprived from trying to balance work, family andplay. Maternity leave is the most humane thing our societyhas invented and I can’t emphasize enough to young parentsthe need to rest when you can during these months. Beforeyou know it, the infant is an active toddler with a newfoundsense of self and independence that ramps up around naptime and bedtime. Parental reserves are often drained by theend of the day but it is worth the effort to instil good sleephabits early in life, as the payoff later is enormous.

Teenage years can be challenging from the parental perspec-tive but we also have to embrace empathy for the developingteen. These individuals are growing up in a rapidly changing society that expects a lot from them. They have early schoolstarts, homework, social activities, family obligations, work andscreen time competing for their waking hours. Add into themix the changing body chemistry and the physiological needfor more sleep (not less) and it is no wonder that a minor setback can set the tone for a teenage apocalyptic outburst.

By the time we reach adulthood, sleep deprivation has oftenbecome the norm. We are conditioned to dance the dance ofOgive to others before yourselfR and thus much of the

population is showing up to work foggy brained and halfasleep. Is it any wonder that there is a coffee shop on everystreet corner? If any of this sounds familiar, perhaps it is timeto switch to a slower gear and make optimal health a priority.The first step begins with awareness. Try some of these tips towork toward a better night’s slumber:1. Kick caffeine and other stimulants to the curb (especiallyafter lunch). They only give you a false sense of energy and inthe long run they can elevate your stress hormones, whichmake it hard to fall asleep at night. Be aware that while alcohol can initially relax you, it interferes with the naturalsleep cycle. Consume alcohol early in the evening and giveyour body a chance to process it before bedtime.2. Plan a short 10 P 20 minute nap into your afternoon. Napping has been shown to improve performance on bothphysical and cognitive levels. If you find it hard to sleep during the day then spend the time with eyes closed in a meditative state. 3. Ease into a relaxation. Turn off all screens 2 hours beforebedtime and relax into a hot bath or a good book. Do somegentle yoga. Set the tone with mellow music and turn thelights down low. See the evening as a transition to slumberrather than a continuation of the hectic pace of the day. 4. Moderate daily exercise has been shown to contribute toa sounder sleep. Some people find that exertion in theevening hours can be too stimulating and counter effectiveso find a time for exercise that works best for your psycheand schedule.

As I ease into the lukewarm water of my elder years, I findgreat irony that the other side of the empty nest has comewith its own set of sleep challenges. When the time finallycame that I could actually sleep with both eyes closed, thehormonal flux of menopause had its own agenda. How Ilong to have the deep slumber of a newborn once again!Sometimes you just have to have a good laugh and remember that this too shall pass.

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Cooking oil 1 tsp. 5 mLThinly sliced fennel bulb 3⁄4 cup 175 mL(white part only)Thinly sliced red onion 3⁄4 cup 175 mLGarlic clove, minced 1 1(or 1⁄4 tsp.,1 mL, powder)Large eggs, fork-beaten 2 2Box of frozen chopped spinach 10 oz. 300 mLthawed and squeezed dryRicotta cheese 1 cup 250 mLCrumbled feta cheese 1⁄2 cup 125 mLChopped fresh parsley 2 tbsp. 30 mL(or 11⁄2 tsp., 7 mL, flakes)Grated lemon zest 1⁄4 tsp. 1 mLPepper 1⁄4 tsp. 1 mLPackage of puff pastry (14 oz., 397g), 1⁄2 1⁄2thawed according to package directionsHeat cooking oil in medium frying pan on medium. Add fennel and onion. Cook for about 10 min-utes, stirring often, until softened. Add garlic. Heat and stir for about 1 minute until fragrant. Transfer to large bowl. Let stand until cool.Add next 7 ingredients. Stir.Roll out pastry on lightly floured surface to 10 x 14 inch (25 x 35 cm) rectangle. Press into bottomand up sides of ungreased 9 x 13 inch (23 x 33 cm) pan. Spread spinach mixture over pastry. Bakeon bottom rack in 350ºF (175ºC) oven for about 35 minutes until set and pastry is puffed andgolden. Cuts into 8 pieces. 1 piece: 240 Calories; 15 g Total Fat (7 g Mono, 1.5 g Poly, 6 g Sat); 50 mg Cholesterol; 16 gCarbohydrate; 2 g Fibre; 9 g Protein; 270 mg Sodium

SPANAKOPITA GALETTE: Instead of pressing rolled-out pastry into a 9 x 13 inch (23 x 33 cm)pan, place on an ungreased baking sheet. Spread spinach mixture over pastry, leaving 1

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until pastry border is completely folded around filling. Bake on bottom rack in 350ºF(175ºC) oven for about 35 minutes until set and pastry is puffed and golden.

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