COVID Alert App Released
More than 1.18 million people have already downloaded the app By Caitlin Finlay Back in June, we posted an…
Health & Wellness
More Hand Sanitizers Recalled
Health Canada has expanded its list of recalled hand sanitizers By Caitlin Finlay We’ve alerted you before to the dangers of using homemade or recalled hand sanitizers, and now Health Canada has updated its roster of recalled products, with…
The Facts About Probiotics
Before you go shopping for a probiotic, here are some things to keep in mind By Wendy Haaf Based…
Social Media Are Spreading COVID-19 Misinformation
Those who get their news from social media are more likely to dismiss the disease as a threat A…
Men Are More Prone to Skin Cancer
A genetic predisposition makes men more susceptible Men are at a genetic disadvantage when it comes to skin cancer,…
Dogs Are Being Trained to Sniff Out COVID-19
The project could provide a quick and reliable way to test for COVID-19 at airports Research has found that…
Better Late Than Never
Even in middle age, the right lifestyle choices can reduce women’s stroke risk Women who make lifestyle changes beginning…
You Can Be Kinder to Yourself
Practising mindful self-compassion can lower stress and boost well-being By Wendy Haaf Not so long ago, if Suzanne Boles—a…
Older Adults Least Stressed By COVID-19 Lockdowns
Researchers say older adults have more coping skills A new study by researchers at the University of British Columbia…
You Don’t Have to Be Married to Be Happy
A new study suggests that marriage isn’t a major predictor of happiness While happily married people have been shown…