Stress May Boost Women’s Risk for Cognitive Troubles
New study results have linked chronic stress in women but not men with memory problems in later years Photo:…
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Legion Will Provide $300,000 for PTSD Support
The Royal Canadian Legion’s donations will support therapies for veterans trying to live with post-traumatic stress disorder Photo: iStock/Bumblee_Dee. The Royal Canadian Legion recently announced that it intends to provide $300,000 to Project Trauma Support, a support group for…
Stem-Cell Clinics Draw Health Canada’s Attention
Experimental stem-cell treatments are called experimental for a reason Photo: iStock/microgen. After a man was found to have cells from…
Lyme Disease Is on the Rise
Ticks are moving north and bringing the disease with them. Here’s how to protect yourself Photo: iStock/H_Barth. The tick population…
A Leap Forward in Cancer Care
A new Canadian cancer research network promises improved treatment Photo: iStock/KatarzynaBialaslewicz. The Marathon of Hope Cancer Centres Network, a…
Another Reason to Be Wary of Smartphone Addiction
It sounds like science fiction, but excess smartphone use may cause bone-spurs on your skull By Jennifer Hughes Photo: iStock/ViewApart.…
Is Medicinal Cannabis for You?
Researchers know something about the risks and benefits of medicinal cannabis, but there remains a great deal they don’t know …
A Guide to Dental Implants
They can change a life, but they’re not a cure-all By Wendy Haaf Photo: iStock/gilaxia. When are dental implants a…
Coping With Difficult Relatives
You’re not going to change them, but you can change how you deal with them By Wendy Haaf Photo: iStock/fizkes.…
Women Who Give Up Alcohol Are Happier
According to a recent study, women’s mental well-being soars after they quit drinking Photo: iStock/fergusowen. With so many studies…