General health
10 tips to stay healthy all summer long
Don’t let these common health hazards keep you from enjoying your summer!
How can men improve their health?
Canadian men live four years less than Canadian women on average. They’re also more likely to spend their final years…
What are seasonal allergies and how do I manage them?
It’s officially spring. The days are getting longer, the grass is getting greener, and the trees are starting to bud.…
Why do I get more migraines in the winter?
You expect certain things from winter — snow, shorter days, and cold temperatures. But if you have migraines, you might…
What is heart disease and how do you prevent it?
You’ve likely heard that heart disease is both a killer and preventable. But what exactly is heart disease? For a…
How winter can affect your thyroid
It’s normal to change your behaviour during the winter months. Less daylight might have you craving more rest and holiday…
Is the “man cold” real?
Everyone experiences cold and flu symptoms differently, but there’s something to be said about people who act or feel like…
The lowdown on men’s PSA testing
Canadian men get prostate cancer more than any other cancer, and 1 in 9 men are diagnosed with it during…
Five signs you may need speech therapy
If you or someone you love has ever experienced a speech or language disorder, you understand how challenging it can…
Questions to ask when you’re prescribed something new
Taking your medication improperly can render it ineffective or worse, so it’s important to get it right. Unfortunately, almost 40%…
What does a standard check-up involve?
Almost 15% of Canadians don’t have a family doctor. Whether you’re part of this group or not, it may have…
What’s the impact of taking hard drugs just once?
As cannabis use becomes more socially acceptable in Canada, it’s not uncommon for people to be curious about hard drugs…
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