Kiwi Blog

Can you get a strep test at a pharmacy in B.C.?

A sore throat, a rapid test and the question of what happens next. Here is how pharmacy strep testing works at Kiwi in Kelowna.

Oct 12, 20263 min read

Creatine for Women: What Does It Actually Do?

Creatine is everywhere in women's wellness. Here is what the evidence supports for strength and training, what remains uncertain and what to check in Canada.

Sep 28, 20265 min read

Caffeine Half-Life: Why Your Afternoon Coffee Can Affect Sleep

Caffeine can still be in your system after the afternoon boost fades. Here's what half-life means, why timing matters and what to try if sleep is a struggle.

Sep 21, 20264 min read

5 Simple Daily Health Habits You Can Actually Repeat

Build a realistic daily health routine with five simple habits for sleep, movement, food and stress, plus when to ask a pharmacist about medications or supplements.

Sep 7, 20264 min read

ADHD Medication Is Not One-Size-Fits-All: Five Questions to Ask Your Pharmacist

Five questions about medication timing, side effects, interactions, monitoring and safe use.

Sep 2, 20264 min read

Everyday Chemicals and Hormone Health: What Actually Matters

What Canadian guidance says about everyday chemical exposures and practical ways to reduce them.

Aug 26, 20264 min read

Medical & Aesthetics

Meet Kiwi Medical & Aesthetics: Local, Physician-Led Care in Kelowna

Meet the clinic team and explore medical aesthetics and skincare at Kiwi.

Aug 20, 20262 min read

What to Expect From a Peptide Consultation at Kiwi

What the one-hour consultation includes, who leads it and how to prepare.

Aug 7, 20261 min read

Hair thinning and topical options

Questions to ask before considering a topical preparation for hair thinning.

Jan 16, 20241 min read

Travel Health

Yellow fever: plan ahead for travel

Check current destination requirements and confirm travel-health and vaccine availability before you go.

Sep 19, 20231 min read

When Is a Pharmacist the Right First Stop in B.C.?

A practical guide to what a B.C. pharmacist can assess, what a minor-ailment visit involves and when another level of care may be the better next step.

Jul 27, 20233 min read