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…
Health & Wellness
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: iStock/fizkes. New research suggests that chronic stress in middle-age may affect women more negatively than men and lead to…
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 When are dental implants a good option…
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…
Grandparents Need to Enforce Screen-Time Limits
Health officials worry that too much time on electronic devices is bad for kids, and grandparents aren’t helping matters Photo:…
