December 30, 2020
January – Quitting Smoking
Quit smoking Everyone knows that smoking is bad for your health, which makes quitting smoking an ideal New Year’s resolution. It’s also a popular one – thousands of smokers resolve to quit every year. In fact, some smokers like the... read more
December 1, 2020
December – Happy Healthy Holidays!
Heartburn and the holidays Heartburn never gets invited to anyone’s holiday parties. But the burning pain still shows up to many a feast and celebration. That’s because the winter holidays overflow with heartburn-causing foods, drinks, and habits. Leave the party-pooping... read more
October 30, 2020
November – Diabetes
Diabetes and Healthy Living How to take care of yourself when you are sick When you are sick, it may be challenging to keep your blood glucose under control, as vomiting, nausea, stress hormones, and changes in eating may affect... read more
October 30, 2020
October – Cold & Flu
Beat the Flu Before it Beats You It seems to happen to you every year. You’re in the middle of working on a project, your boss appreciates your dedication, you’ve got a couple of great parties coming up – and... read more
September 2, 2020
September: Arthritis
Arthritis: a term for many disorders Arthritis is a general term for several chronic and painful joint disorders. It affects people in different ways, depending on the type. The two most common forms are rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) affects about 1%... read more
August 19, 2020
August – Nutrition and Fitness
Crack the Colour Code for Healthy Eating The benefits of eating fruits and vegetables A fruit and veggie market is a feast for the eyes as well as for the body. All the colours – the bright and sumptuous reds,... read moreJuly 6, 2020
July – Sun Care / Healthy Skin
Sun protection for your skin There is a bewildering array of skin and hair care products confronting men and women in magazine and television advertising, at cosmetic counters, and in pharmacies. The manufacturing and sales of these products is a... read more
June 4, 2020
June – Stroke
Are You at Risk for Stroke? Stroke is the third-largest killer of Canadian adults, after heart disease and cancer. It’s also the primary cause of physical disabilities and is second only to Alzheimer’s disease as a cause of mental disability.... read moreMay 11, 2020
May – Heart Health
May – Heart Health Heart disease is the leading killer of Canadians. There are some risk factors you can’t change, such as family history, age, and race. However, there are many important risk factors that you can work on: high... read moreMay 11, 2020
April – Cancer / Oral Health
According to the American Cancer Society, if you engage in moderate-to-vigorous exercise five days a week, typically for 45 minutes each time, it may protect against colorectal and other forms of cancer. To keep your intestines healthy and at lower... read more
March 2, 2020
Travel Immunization Facts
Travel Immunization Facts The Facts Immunizations are among the most important and effective ways to prevent travel-related infections. Immunizations for travel include: the routine childhood or adult immunizations that you would receive in Canada those that are required to cross... read more
February 13, 2020
