Will We Let Measles Make a Comeback?
Measles outbreaks in the US have Canadian health professionals concerned Measles was declared eliminated in the United States in…
Health & Wellness
Discover the Benefits of Tai Chi
Science tells us tai chi is good for both body and mind By Wendy Haaf Illustration: iStock/Eloku. In 1994, Pat Bradley-White, then 47, happened to hear a brief description of tai chi on a radio program. “That got me…
Canadians Expect Technology to Improve Health-Care Access
Artificial intelligence may make shorter wait times possible By Jennifer Hughes The time a patient can spend waiting…
Too Much Spicy Food May Boost Dementia Risk
Before you add more chili powder to that sauce, you might want to reconsider how spicy your diet is …
It Gets Harder to Lose Weight as You Age
You eat right and exercise but still gain weight; don’t worry—it’s natural The older you get, the harder it…
Tea Keeps Your Brain in Shape
Drinking tea regularly helps to protect your brain from the effects of aging You’ve probably heard that drinking green tea…
Fit to Drive
Older drivers face challenges that younger drivers don’t, but that needn’t mean giving up their licence By Marijke Vrommen Durning…
Parents Worry About Their Kids’ Use of Tech
Kids are getting too much screen time, say almost half of parents By Jennifer Hughes Almost half of Canadian…
Health Canada Cautions Against Vaping
Vaping-related illnesses and deaths have the medical community concerned As vaping has gained in popularity, medical professionals in the…
Naps Linked With Lower BP
A snooze a day may help control high blood pressure By Wendy Haaf A midday siesta may help keep…
