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If you’re familiar with the sensation of picking up your phone to make a call and then realizing 20 minutes later that you’ve refreshed Instagram seven times but still haven’t phoned the vet’s office, if you’ve felt depressed because your carefully edited photo didn’t get enough likes,…
Sleeping well is foundational for good health – but sometimes getting a good night’s rest is easier said than done. Whether you’re having trouble falling asleep, waking up in the middle of the night or waking up too early, the result is the same: being fatigued, feeling crummy and, eventually,…
This blog post is based on the cover story originally published in the October 2025 issue of doctorsNS magazine. Practising in a community health home (CHH) within a fully collaborative care setting has been transformative for Dr. Jillian DiPenta. Working closely with the Mentor…