Dry January – And Beyond by Steve Bond, BScPhm, YRPh, CDE, FASCP Yurek Pharmacy & Home Healthcare So, you survived December — the gatherings, overindulgences, and general, seasonal hedonism. Now, like many friends and family, you are making resolutions for better
2. Avoid temptation — remove alcohol from your home and avoid hanging out in places like bars and pubs. 3. Get support — join an online support group; enlist someone to take the challenge with you, or simply let friends and family know your intentions and ask for their support. If you slip, do not give up. We all stumble at times, but our ability to recover and move forward is what gives us strength. If you find that you struggle to abstain or cut back, then perhaps additional help may be needed. There may be a problematic relationship with alcohol that you did not realize existed. Before quitting cold turkey, regular, daily drinkers should discuss the intention with their doctor or nurse practitioner. Stopping suddenly can lead to serious withdrawal reactions which may need to be managed medically. Whatever our motivation, your health will be improved by stopping or even reducing alcohol consumption. Maybe dry January will lead to a dry spring and further. Take care of yourselves and each other.
health. Exercising more, eating sensibly, and reducing stress are all worthwhile endeavours to improve our health. What about the relationship with alcohol? Worldwide, millions of people choose to abstain from alcohol — a public health initiative known as ‘Dry January’. Alcohol is linked to over two hundred diseases and seven forms of cancer, and as alcohol consumption increases, so do the risks. In addition to lowering risk of disease, abstinence from alcohol has health benefits. There is evidence to support that after 30 days of sobriety, people sleep better, have lower blood pressure, reduced weight, and more energy. If you have decided to welcome the challenge, here are some tips to help you become successful. 1. Find an alternative non-alcoholic beverage. BYOB? Bring sparkling water, soda, or virgin cocktails to social functions. Non-alcoholic beers and wines are an option, but some contain 0.5% alcohol and often sugar is added to improve flavours so read the label.
Are you protected from plumbing disaster?
Now you can be with our annual service plans! GOLD PLAN •Priority Service including no after hour fees for emergency services • 10% Discount off any SILVER PLAN • Priority Service including no after hour fees for emergency services • 10% Discount off any
BRONZE PLAN •Priority Service • 5% Discount off any parts and any new fixture installation • Guaranteed Pricing Your Yearly Inspection Includes BRONZE LEVEL INSPECTION $15/Month
parts and any new fixture installation •Guaranteed Pricing •2 Year Warranty on Parts and Labour •Flushing of Water Heater Your Yearly Inspection Includes SILVER LEVEL INSPECTION $25/Month
parts and any new fixture installation • Guaranteed Pricing • 2 Year Warranty on Parts and Labour • Flushing of Water Heater Your Yearly Inspection Includes
215 Main Street Port Stanley 519-782-7467 www.studiostyle.ca January-February Open Friday-Sunday 11am-5pm
GOLD LEVEL INSPECTION $35/Month CALL TODAY TO GET YOUR HOME PROTECTED.
519.207.0621 elgincountyplumbing.ca Residential / Commercial 24/7 Emergency Services Licensed & Visit our showroom at 16 Barrie Blvd., St. Thomas
Hometown St. Thomas • Jan-Feb 2025 • Page 29
Get involved! Like us on Facebook!
Made with FlippingBook - Online catalogs