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New year, familiar concerns: Taking care of everyday health, one step at a time
Published 11:48 am Monday, December 29, 2025
From persistent heartburn to quitting smoking, Gray’s Compounding Pharmacy helps patients focus on realistic, lasting care
As the calendar flips to January, the pressure to ‘start fresh’ can feel loud and intimidating. Promises of instant results and overnight transformations fill screens and conversations alike.
Inside Gray’s Compounding Pharmacy in Kimberley, the tone is different – calmer, more practical and rooted in what people are actually dealing with day to day.
“When setting new year health goals, it’s best not to take a ‘fix everything at once’ approach,” says Michelle Gray, Owner of Gray’s Compounding Pharmacy in Kimberley. “For most people, starting small is more likely to lead to long-term results. Addressing the health concerns that have the greatest day-to-day impact can be a practical first step toward a healthier lifestyle overall.”
Heartburn is one of those concerns that is often overlooked but might be wearing you down more than you realize.
Frequently dismissed as a byproduct of indulgent meals or a busy lifestyle, ongoing heartburn or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) can affect sleep, comfort and energy levels.
Under B.C.’s minor ailment program, pharmacists can assess symptoms and prescribe treatment when appropriate, giving patients timely access to care.
“Heartburn isn’t something you should just push through,” Michelle says. “We look at triggers, timing and what’s already been tried so we can help people find relief that actually works.”
January also brings renewed conversations around smoking cessation.
While quitting is a common new year’s goal, Michelle encourages people to approach it with preparation rather than pressure.
“There are a lot of support options available when quitting smoking,” she says. “Resources like QuitNow can be a huge help during your quitting journey, especially when you’re looking for guidance, encouragement and reliable information.”
At the pharmacy, smoking cessation support often includes prescription options and regular follow-ups – a combination Michelle says helps people feel less alone in the process.
“Quitting isn’t just about willpower,” she says. “It’s about having the right tools and knowing there’s support when things get challenging.”
What connects these services is a shared focus on sustainable change, rather than quick fixes.
“Small, consistent steps are what tend to stick,” Michelle says. “When people feel supported and informed, they’re more confident moving forward.”
As January approaches, Michelle encourages patients to be patient with themselves.
“Even addressing one concern – whether it’s heartburn, smoking or something else – is a meaningful first step in improving overall health and quality of life,” she says.
Visit Gray’s Compounding Pharmacy at 417B 304th St., Highway 95 in Kimberley (on the strip in Marysville) from Monday to Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., or connect with the team at facebook.com/grayspharmacy.
Check out their new website at grayspharmacy.ca.
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