Are you feeling uncertain about the physical and emotional changes that Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM) can bring? You’re not alone. This week, I sat down with physiotherapist Nicole Watson, a specialist in women's health from Eramosa Physiotherapy Associates, to dive into the realities of GSM and
It has been quite a ride over the past 2 years since Megan and I embarked on this new journey together. You may be wondering, how did this collaboration come about? Megan Buhrmester , Registered Sonographer and I first met 23 years ago. I had the privilege of experiencing Megan'
Are hot flushes making your menopause journey challenging? You're not alone, and today I have just the solution for you! 🌿 My latest video dives into how acupuncture and acupressure can offer effective, natural relief. 🌡️ In this exclusive video, I sit down with the Registered Acupuncturist, Vonalee Gilroy to
There has never been a more important time in history to focus on our mental wellness. The rates of mental illness in Canada are climbing and staggering. According to the CAMH - The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health which is Canada's largest mental health teaching hospital and
We are thrilled to announce that Megan from Osteosound and I will be bringing our REMS on the Road tour in support of Menopause the Musical 2 at The Centre and the Square located in Kitchener on the evening of Friday May 24th. Menopause The Musical 2: Cruising Through '
Boundaries create a better workplace experience for you and your co-workers and are important to increase work productivity and satisfaction and establish a healthy work–life balance. They can also help establish a realistic workload, minimize the risk of burnout and lower job-related stress. There are different types of boundaries
Our adrenal glands are pyramid-shaped glands that sit on top of each kidney, and are responsible for producing multiple hormones. Included in this list of important hormones are progesterone, testosterone, estrogen and cortisol. The role of cortisol is to help us manage all types of stress – emotional, physical (inflammation) and
It was such an honour to sit down with Dr. Jeffrey Alfonsi, Chief Medical Officer at RxFood, Obesity and lifestyle medicine physician, Internist and ingenious Engineer. We appreciate that he took the time out of his very full schedule to help educate Canadians as part of our 2nd annual Preventative
Perimenopause and menopause are having a moment in the media and I am thrilled to see it. It is LONG overdue but welcomed just the same. A decade ago, as I sat across from yet another doctor and poured my heart out about the way I had been feeling for
What is a manly way to implement healthy preventative health tools into your daily life? Journaling, meditation, exercise, healthy food, reduce or eliminate alcohol, are all a Big Yes. What about preventative health tools that may not fit into the typical guys toolbox? Are they ok? Do they make you
April 6 holds a special place in my heart! ♥️ On April 6, 1992, I took a huge leap of faith and opened the doors to Wallis for Wellness. Passion and purpose has led us here and persistence is what is going to take us forward into a future that we
WE NEED YOUR HELP. On February 24, 2024, Preventative Health Awareness Month recognized by Health Canada and in collaboration with Men United hosted a Men’s Mental Health and Addiction Prevention Event at North Bramalea United Church. This educational event was a huge success and included a fundraising component in
It is with huge excitement and pride that we announce that Megan Buhrmester of Osteosound in collaboration with Wallis for Wellness 2.o/CEO of your Health is a top 100 semifinalist in Canada's Total Mom Pitch , presented by Intuit QuickBooks, powered by Bell. Thanks to Anna Sinclair,
The story begins over 40 years ago. I was a young, hopeful girl excited for my teenage years. I am an only child and was a competitive gymnast with so many dreams and a zest for life. From the day that I had my first menstrual cycle, I suffered with
As a Registered Massage Therapist with a background in Kinesiology, understanding, manipulating and educating about the importance of the musculoskeletal system has been my focus and passion for the past 32 years. I have completed my designation as a Certified Professional Consultant in Aging (CPCA) and believe that we deserve
Megan Buhrmester from OsteoSound and I are excited to share with you our mission to become leaders in both bone health analysis and preventative & integrative health education in Canada and beyond. We are honoured to introduce the game-changing Echolight REMS Bone Scan technology to Canadians and emphasize why this
It was a pleasure to sit down with fellow passionate Registered Massage Therapist, Stephanie Vandenbussche founder of Exeter Massage Therapy on this final day of PHAM- The Power of Touch Day. Preventative Health Awareness Month concludes with a discussion on the power of touch and the importance of massage therapy
In this conversation, Margaret Wallis-Duffy of Wallis for Wellness 2.0 and Karen Brown of Reno Studios discuss the importance of home modifications for healthy aging. They highlight the need for accessible homes and the barriers in current home design. They emphasize the importance of advocating for accessible housing and
In this conversation, Margaret Wallis-Duffy sits down with Karen Brown founder of Renos Studios to discuss the importance of healthy aging and the impact of an aging population on the quality of life in Canada. Karen's almost 25 years of listening to older adults and their families talk
Navigating healthcare can feel overwhelming, but it’s a crucial piece in preventative health. Self advocacy allows us to: * take a proactive approach in our lifestyle by adopting healthier habits * to regularly check in with our bodies and our minds and notice when we don’t quite feel right, or
Introducing the transformative "5-Step Resilience Roadmap." This roadmap is designed to help anyone navigate through the complexities of grief, loss, and various life challenges. Here at The Resilience Company, we are dedicated to providing effective, affordable tools to support individuals and families on this journey, with our flagship
Grief is a universal human experience, yet its complexity and impact on mental health are often underestimated. Whether triggered by the loss of a loved one, the end of a relationship, or a major life transition, grief can manifest in various ways and deeply affect our emotional well-being. In this
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Breaking the Stigma about Men and Mental Health Men's mental health deserves so much more attention. According to The Canadian Men’s Health Foundation, Canadian men are dying at an alarming rate from chronic illness. Yet 70% of men’s health problems are preventable by living healthier -
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Hi Everyone, It's Margaret Wallis Duffy And I'm Super Excited to be coming to You Today On PHAM's Healthy Baby And Children's Day, As a Registered Massage Therapist and an Internationally Certified Infant Massage Instructor with three decades of clinical experience, I
Chronic neuromuscular and musculoskeletal health conditions present an array of challenges to those diagnosed and to their caregivers. Because of the complexity of these conditions, secondary effects or “sequelae” (such as muscle contractures) are often overlooked or may not be considered an immediate priority in their management. As Certified Orthotists,
Summary In this conversation, Margaret Wallis-Duffy interviews Derek from DigiSplint about the importance of hand health and the benefits of using splints for various hand conditions. Derek shares his background as a silversmith and how he transitioned into making splints. They discuss different types of splints, including the realignment splint
Is stress affecting your sleep? Is sleep affecting your stress? It’s a vicious cycle - I’m stressed so I can’t sleep and I can’t sleep so I’m stressed! It’s like the chicken and the egg. For those of us who have experienced problems sleeping
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It was an absolute pleasure to sit down with Kirsten, a two-time childhood cancer survivor, and one time young adult cancer survivor about her experiences and the importance of preventative health. They discuss the changing perception of cancer, living with and beyond cancer, advocating for one's health, the
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Today is Health and Tech Day during Preventative Health Awareness Month. I'm am excited to share some education from a tech perspective of things that we can actually put into your hands to help empower you to have control over your own health when it comes to sleep,
For great vision, the surface of the eye needs to be perfectly clear. When you have your car detailed and the inside of the windows are cleaned, you can see so much more clearly and likely didn’t know how foggy the window became. When your eyes are dry, even
Life can be stressful. Like all parts of the body, vision can be affected by stress. The eyes are an extension of the brain. It is reasonable then that if your brain is unsettled or in fight or flight and stressed then vision can be affected. How do we manage
Stress is something that is commonly present in all of our lives; varying in both frequency and intensity depending on what is going on in our life. Stress affects both the mind and the body, and while a small amount can help us perform daily tasks, too much of it