Your Phone Is Gross
The average cellphone is dirtier than a toilet seat—here’s what that means By Matt Smith A study by a…
Health & Wellness
White Coat Hypertension May Be Risky
High blood pressure readings are a red flag By Wendy Haaf Blood pressure that measures high at the doctor’s office but not at home—a.k.a. white coat hypertension—may be just as risky as persistently high blood pressure. That’s what Spanish scientists found…
How to Host a Smashing Holiday Party
Make your event an occasion to be remembered—without driving yourself crazy By Katrina Caruso Hosting friends and family…
When Is Knee Replacement Surgery Necessary?
As wait times increase and demand grows, it’s helpful to have some idea of your options By Katrina Caruso…
Building a Bond With Your Grandchildren
They need you in their lives—and you need them By Wendy Haaf Photo: iStock/bowdenimages. If you’ve recently joined the ranks…
Exercise Can Help Ease Cancer Patients’ Fatigue
Staying active during cancer treatment can minimize side effects, both short- and long-term By Katrina Caruso The fatigue—even…
Low-Cost Do-It-Yourself Crunchy Granola
Do you love the crunch of granola, but not the cost? Here’s a recipe to try at home By…
Three of Four Men Are Unhealthy
Most Canadian men have enough bad habits to boost their risk for chronic disease By Wendy Haaf Almost three-quarters…
10 Ways to Make New Friends
Social contact is an important part of your health and well-being. By Katrina Caruso Social isolation and loneliness bump…
Food or Medication? Many Can’t Afford Both
According to one study, nearly a million Canadians can’t afford their prescription medications By Katrina Caruso You may…
