Province-to-Province Health Coverage
A recent addition to the pages of Good Times magazine is “Your Health Questions,” in which we find experts to…
Health & Wellness
Doctors Are Beginning to Prescribe Social Activities
To combat social isolation and loneliness, and the associated health risks, doctors are prescribing art, gardening, and bingo By Katrina Caruso Social isolation and loneliness can bring on serious mental and physical health problems, and according to Statistics Canada, 16% of…
Seniors Are the Most Satisfied Age Group in Canada
According to Canadian seniors, the years after 65 really are golden By Katrina Caruso Canadian seniors say they are more…
Taking a Clearer Look at Smart Glasses
Tech-enhanced eyewear is changing the way we see the future By Matt Smith Back in 2013, Google released a product…
Heart Researchers Largely Exclude Women and Older People
The very people most at risk for heart disease aren’t being included in drug trials and research studies By Katrina…
Fish Oil Drug Passes Test
A successful large-scale study could lead to a new prescription drug becoming available in Canada to treat patients at risk…
Obesity in Canada Has Doubled Since the ’70s
We’re getting bigger—and sicker—and it’s going to affect the country financially By Katrina Caruso The world’s population is…
Happiness Contributes to a Longer Life
Hoping to make it to 90 or even 100? You’re more likely to do so if you’re happy By Lola…
Airplane Security Bins Could Make You Sick
That plastic bin for your keys, wallet, and laptop can be home to a lot of germs and viruses, according…
A Mediterranean Diet Helps Prevent Depression
A recent study has confirmed that a diet fruit, veggies, plants, nuts, fish will lower your risk for depression By…
