March 1, 2018
March Blog – Travel Health
March – Travel Health Medication on Vacation – First of all, to make sure you stay healthy when you take a trip, don’t leave your medications at home! Keep these tips in mind for managing your medications on the road:... read more
February 1, 2018
February Blog – Heart Health
February – Heart Health Heart disease: 10 things you should know – 1. Heart disease can cause different symptoms in women. Although women experience classic symptoms of heart disease such as chest pain, nausea, sweating, and other symptoms, women also... read more
January 3, 2018
January Blog – Smoking
January – Smoking Keep on trying – Have you tried quitting smoking and then relapsed? It’s normal for people to need a few tries before successfully remaining tobacco-free. Relapse regret There’s no doubt about it, quitting smoking isn’t easy. Relapses... read more
December 1, 2017
December Blog – Celebrating With a Healthy Twist
December – Celebrating with a healthy twist Holiday survival guide – ‘Tis the season for feasting, drinking, and family gatherings! It’s too bad that these activities often come with some not-so-welcome guests: heartburn, hangovers and stress, which can dampen anyone’s... read more
November 2, 2017
November Blog – Diabetes – How to Cope
November – Diabetes How to cope with a diagnosis of diabetes – Being told that you or a loved one have diabetes can be overwhelming. Many people will experience anger, sadness, and denial when they find out. These are perfectly... read more
October 10, 2017
October Blog 2 – The Flu
Do I need to get the flu vaccine every year? Yes, the flu shot is recommended annually because it only provides protection for 1 year. Although, vaccination is the best protection against the flu, follow preventative measures such as washing... read more
October 1, 2017
October Blog – The Flu: Everything You Need to Know
Influenza (Flu) The Facts – The flu is a respiratory (i.e., nose, throat, and lung) infection that can be caused by a variety of influenza viruses. Many people use the word “flu” when they actually have a cold. Although the... read more
September 1, 2017
September Blog – Arthritis: a term for many disorders
September: Arthritis Arthritis – Arthritis: a term for many disorders Over 4 million Canadians have some form of arthritis. In fact, it’s one of the leading causes of long-term disability in Canada today. Appropriate treatment, as well as learning how... read more
August 1, 2017
August Blog – Nutrition and Fitness
August – Nutrition and Fitness Nutrition and Fitness – Only about 15% of Canadians get enough regular physical activity. But it’s easier than you may think. Read on for exercise and nutrition tips to stay active and fit. Why... read more
July 3, 2017
July Blog – Sun Care / Healthy Skin
July – Sun Care / Healthy Skin Healthy Skin by the Numbers – Your skin shields your body from the world. Repay the favour by following these healthy habits and skincare strategies 6 habits that help your skin Your skin... read more
June 1, 2017
June Blog – Stroke
June – Stroke Why is Stroke Risk Reduction so Important? – Every year, over 50,000 Canadians have a stroke. Will you be one of them? Find out if you are at risk of stroke, how a stroke could affect your... read more
May 5, 2017
