Hello Human!
We’re Aydah and Rose, and we’re here to guide you through this website.
Our human, Dr. Angie, is a family doctor located in Nanaimo on beautiful Vancouver Island, BC.
Our aim is to provide easy-to-understand answers to your health questions, and tips and resources for staying active. So you can spend less time searching the internet and more time playing fetch.
You can learn more about us, Dr. Angie, and our website here, or just click around to get started.
Resources for Healthy Living in Nanaimo
We’re here to help you understand your health and connect with local support and resources.
Gentle Qigong for Beginners
A few routines specially designed for beginners & seniors and can be adapted for almost anyone. Including a seated routine!
Printable Blood Pressure Log
Here’s an example blood pressure log, feel free to download as as, or use it for inspiration.
Dry Brushing and Lymphatic Massage
Step-by-step video tutorials to guide you, along with tips for safe and effective practice.
Discovering Qigong: The 8 Brocades
Learn an easy routine of simple movements, stretches, and breathing to improve health.
Printable Food Log Example with Macros
This is just one example to show you what is needed to track caloric intake, and then make a plan for effective healthy weight loss…
Back Pain Self-Care
Back pain is a common reason people visit their doctor. The good news is that most back pain gets better on its own with time…
Common Cold: Self-Care & Prevention
Cold season is coming. Here are a few tips to help when you find yourself under the weather.
Managing Swelling in the Legs & Feet
Simple home treatments for managing swelling in the legs and feet.
Sunburn: Self-Care and Prevention
Simple, effective ways to treat minor sunburns at home, and when to seek medical attention.
How to Improve Your Cholesterol
Lifestyle tips to improve your cholesterol and overall heart health. Plus free resources available in Nanaimo to help.
Senior Fitness: Where to Start
Ideas and links to free local recreation programs geared towards Nanaimo-area seniors.
Speech Therapy Providers & Funding Resources
This resource helps doctors, families, and individuals find speech therapy & funding in Nanaimo.
Mental Health Resources in Nanaimo
Crisis lines, support groups, and free mental health resources for Nanaimo & Vancouver Island.
5 Easy Tips for Healthier Meals
A few simple ideas for eating healthier that are easy enough to start today.
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