Posts by Spartan Wellness
7 Summer Activities that Promote Physical and Mental Well-Bein
Introduction: Summer in Canada is a time for exploration, adventure, and embracing the great outdoors. For veterans, first responders, and frontline workers, it’s an opportunity to engage in activities that promote physical and mental well-being, while also fostering inclusivity and diversity. In this blog post, we’ll present seven exciting summer activities specifically tailored for Canadian…
Read MoreMaking your life easier with Pre-Coverage
Did you know Veterans Affairs Canada covers the cost of medical cannabis for certain pensioned conditions. To learn more please visit www.spartannetwork.ca From the time your prescription is sent to your License Holder (LH) of choice to when your coverage is approved by Medavie Blue Cross could take more than a month. Leaving you with…
Read MoreThe Pediatric Nausea Assessment Tool
Erin O’Shaughnessy, works as part of our prescribing staff where she helped write for this wonderful Canadian Oncology Nursing Journal article. With this article it shows she is a highly respected and knowledgeable NP in her field and prescription cannabinoid therapy. It is by this association that Spartan Wellness continues to be the best place…
Read MoreWhat are Nurse Practitioners?
Nurse practitioners (NPs) are registered nurses who have additional education and nursing experience, which enables them to: Autonomously diagnose and treat illnesses Order and interpret tests Prescribe medications Perform medical procedures NPs are health-care professionals who treat the whole person, an approach that includes: Addressing needs relating to a person’s physical and mental health Gathering…
Read MoreStay Safe, Keep Connected
At Spartan Wellness we understand that with social distancing and wanting to stay safe being a priority during COVID19 pandemic, it can be difficult to be away from family this long weekend. We have put together a list of free virtual screen-sharing software programs that will allow you to connect with love ones across the…
Read MoreVeteran Community Consultation / Consultation Auprès de la Communauté des Vétérans
(Le français suit) Dear Stakeholders and Advisory Group members, Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) has launched an online consultation to learn how we can better communicate with and reach out to former Canadian Armed Forces members and their families. The Veteran Community Consultation is geared toward Veterans who do not currently receive benefits and services from VAC.…
Read MoreLP Compassionate / Disability Pricing Requirements
Choosing a Licenced Producer (LP) for cannabinoid therapy can be difficult, there are hundreds of them, all making different products, growing different strains, and can be especially hard if you are on a low income or on disability. We here at Spartan Wellness care about your choices and we are here to help you with…
Read MoreThe 4 Steps to Take When Applying for a VAC Disability Award
You may hear a discussion of your service injury referred to as a pensioned condition, a disability “award”. Someone may ask you, “Are you applying for an award for your tinnitus?” The usual troop response would be, “No, I’m applying for hearing aids for my tinnitus”. Don’t assume the worst, just a different department and…
Read MoreHow to Navigate Your Summary of Assessment (SOA)
A Summary of Assessment (SOA) from Veterans Affairs can be an extremely useful piece of paper to keep handy. Your SOA has several pieces of pertinent information on it that can assist a veteran in many circumstances, especially medical circumstances. Let’s look at what your Summary of Assessment (SOA) is, and why it’s a good…
Read More10 Things I Wish I Knew Coming Out of the Forces
Transitioning out of the Forces into civilian life can be emotionally and financially challenging for anyone. In order to make that change as smooth as possible, we asked Spartan Wellness co-founder, Riad Byne, to list his top 10 of what he wished he knew coming out of the Forces. In his own words, here is…
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