How to Make TFSAs Even Better
Tax-Free Savings Accounts have proved a great success; now an expert is proposing ways to improve on a good thing…
New Federal Aid
Seniors are getting a one-time top-up—and promises of more to come By Erika Morris If you’re receiving Old Age Security (OAS) benefits, the federal government will be providing a one-time, tax-free top-up of $300 to help with any…
Exceeding the Maximum Ibuprofen Dose Is Dangerous
Extra ibuprofen doesn’t mean more pain relief By Wendy Haaf A single 400 mg dose of ibuprofen (the recommended…
You Probably Sit Too Much
Even with regular exercise, too much sitting can harm your health With so much time on our hands these…
COVID-19 May Increase Stroke Risk
An international study of patients around the world has found links between COVID-19 and strokes Early studies involving COVID-19…
Home Gardeners Are Happy People
New research shows that gardening boosts emotional well-being as much as walking, biking, and dining do If the current…
Planning a Happy Retirement
Isn’t Retirement Just One Long Vacation? By Dr. Susan Hutchinson, PhD (CTRS) School of Health and Human Performance Dalhousie University…
Phone Therapy May Help With Depression
Therapy conducted over the phone shows promise in treating depression among those with Parkinson’s About 50% of those with…
Researching the Pandemic’s Effect on Psychological Health
A new study will explore how older adults are coping with the COVID-19 crisis A long-term Canadian study of…
Get Your Sleep Back
How to restore your sleep if the pandemic is wearing on you If you’ve noticed that your sleep has…
