The Open Air Is Good for Body and Mind
Spending time out in nature can make you happier and healthier, a new study says Photo: iStock/klagyivik. Spending at least…
These Drugs May Boost Dementia Risk
A new study has found a link between dementia and drugs often prescribed for depression and pulmonary disease Photo: iStock/Jolygon. Among the side effects previously linked with anticholinergic medications are confusion and memory loss. In an effort to explore a…
10,000 Steps a Day Is No Magic Bullet
Yes, you need to keep moving, but not as far as you think Photo: iStock/rclassenlayouts. Everybody knows that you need…
Only Half of Canadians Get a Shot Before Overseas Travel
Most of us know that travelling overseas can put us at risk but never bother to protect ourselves Photo:…
The Feds Will Limit Fees for Tax-Credit Help
The government is cracking down on consultants who profit from disabled Canadians Photo: iStock/MattZ90. The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) announced…
Puppy-Dog Eyes Were Designed to Make Humans Melt
Scientists say that wide-eyed, aren’t-I-cute look evolved because we humans respond to it Photo: iStock/fotyma. When we humans began…
More Teens Are Taking Up E-Cigarettes
A study has found that vaping is on the rise among Canadian teens Photo: iStock/licsiren. A new study published…
Anna Porter: A Canadian Love Story
“I couldn’t believe someone would pay me to read,” the publishing legend says of her early career By Peter…
Canada’s Top Retirement Destinations: Burlington, ON
As pleasing as Burlington is to the eye, the city offers lots of opportunities for retirees to learn and grow…
Understanding Reverse Mortgages
Before you sign anything, remember: reverse mortgages are intended to make the lenders a profit Illustration: iStock/Bplanet. A popular…