The Truth About Expired Medications – What You Need To Know
Most of us keep a drawer or cabinet filled with old tablets, cough syrups, antibiotics, eye drops, or other symptom relievers, and when we reach for them on a random day only to discover they’ve expired, we immediately wonder, “Is having expired medications harmful?” and “Should I keep it or dispose it?” If this resonates […]
What’s the Difference Between Statins, ACE Inhibitors, and Beta Blockers?
Many people take more than one type of heart medication and naturally wonder why they need each one. A patient may take a statin at night, an ACE inhibitor every morning, and a beta blocker once or twice daily. Because all three can be associated with heart health, they are sometimes assumed to do the […]
What’s the Difference Between Schedule 2 Vs Schedule 3 Drugs in Manitoba?
Many of you are familiar with the terms, but have you ever wondered what’s the difference between Schedule 1 vs Schedule 2 Vs Schedule 3 drugs? When you walk into a Manitoba pharmacy, where a medication is placed can tell you something important about how you can use them. Some medicines are available on open […]
What is the Difference Between SSRIs and SNRIs?
Patients taking antidepressants often want a clear understanding of the difference between SSRIs and SNRIs. In Canada, doctors most commonly prescribe these two medication classes for the treatment of depression, anxiety, panic disorder, and several other mental‑health conditions. While they may seem similar, they work on different brain chemicals: SSRIs increase serotonin, whereas SNRIs increase […]
Elmwood-Based Healthcare Organizations Invest in the Future of Community‑Rooted Care
June 26, 2026, Winnipeg: Express Medical Care strengthens its commitment to shaping the community’s future by continuing the You Drug Mart and Express Medical Care Award, a scholarship they have proudly offered since 2020. They increased the amount this year to further support promising young minds who are driven to give back. The 2026 recipient […]
Poor Air Quality Index in Winnipeg Summers- How to Stay Safe
Summary- Poor air quality index can become increasingly common during Winnipeg summers due to wildfire smoke, high pollen counts, heat waves, and environmental pollutants. These conditions can trigger allergies, worsen asthma, irritate the eyes and throat, and increase the risk of breathing difficulties, especially in children, older adults, and individuals with heart or lung disease. […]
Your Calcium Supplements Are Not Enough! Unlock Ways to Boost Calcium Levels
A comprehensive review published in The BMJ revealed that calcium supplements, vitamin D supplements, or both together offer little to no meaningful benefit in preventing fractures or falls among most older adults. This finding matters because falls remain a major health concern for older people. Nearly one in three adults over 65 experience a fall […]
How to improve heart health?
How to improve heart health? Improving your heart health starts with focusing on a few key areas: controlling your blood pressure, managing cholesterol levels, staying physically active, maintaining a healthy weight, and avoiding tobacco products. Small daily habits often have a greater impact on long-term heart health than occasional major lifestyle changes.Today, many people also […]
Weight Loss Medications – Difference Between Ozempic, Wegovy, Rybelsus, and Mounjaro
Weight loss medications, especially GLP-1 receptor agonists and related therapies, are increasingly discussed in healthcare. Patients often ask about the differences among Ozempic, Wegovy, Rybelsus, and Mounjaro, which differ in formulation, FDA-approved use, dosing, effectiveness, and administration. Understanding these differences is key for patients. Some medications were started for type 2 diabetes, others for chronic […]
Serotonin Tinnitus Severity Study – What You Need to Know
The serotonin tinnitus severity study has reshaped how clinicians understand the relationship between brain chemistry and the perception of sound. Although tinnitus has many triggers, recent findings show that serotonin may influence how loudly and intensely tinnitus is perceived. Because serotonin affects mood, sleep, and sensory processing, researchers now examine how serotonin tinnitus side effects […]
