Swallowing problems can pose a health risk for Canadians – here’s why
Many of us would agree that being able to enjoy food and drink is one of life’s greatest pleasures. But for those who have trouble swallowing, eating and drinking can become a significant challenge...
View ArticleSimple exercises you can do in your backyard this summer
One of the best things about summer is getting to spend time outside. If you’re hoping to start a summer fitness routine, there are plenty of outdoor exercises you can do in the privacy of your own...
View ArticleBreastfeeding advocates stunned by UN battle
Canadian breastfeeding advocates alarmed by US opposition to UN resolution
View ArticleWill a nutritional supplement help you run better?
Whether you jog to keep fit or compete in marathons, the physically demanding sport of running can deplete the body of essential nutrients. During times of high demand, if nutrient intake is...
View ArticleDevice stops bleeding in trauma patients
Tiny balloon catheter stops bleeding, has life-saving impact in trauma patients
View ArticleStudy looks at kids with Lyme disease
Lyme disease study finds reported cases involving kids mostly in Ontario, Nova Scotia
View ArticleHealth Canada tests new cigarette warnings
Cigarette packs with graphic images, blunt warnings are effective: focus groups
View ArticleLoblaw recalls chicken nuggets, chicken fries
Loblaw recalls No Name chicken nuggets due to possible Salmonella contamination
View ArticleHepatitis C – The disease with no warning
Greg Powell is among many Canadians born between 1945 and 1975, a group with the highest rate of chronic hepatitis C in Canada. In the 1980s Greg contracted hepatitis C, but was diagnosed over a decade...
View ArticleGluten-free foods for kids not healthier: study
Gluten-free foods aimed at kids not healthier than regular products: researcher
View ArticleGoldfish crackers recalled due to salmonella
Salmonella contamination prompts recall of goldfish crackers
View ArticleKeep your home cool on a budget this summer
While the summer is half over, it’s never too late to start saving on your energy bills. If you’ve been running your air conditioner non-stop since May, your bank account is probably feeling the pain....
View ArticleCCS provides knowledge, support for those in Halton diagnosed with cancer
Fear, anxiety, helplessness and anger are feelings many people experience when faced with a cancer diagnosis.
View ArticleBring your old and unused medications to Rexall for safe disposal
Medications can play a vital role in treating conditions and diseases. However, when they are no longer needed what do we do with them? The cough and cold medications, creams and ointments, pain...
View ArticleEpiPen shortage a growing concern for experts
Allergy advocate says time for answers amid another EpiPen shortage
View ArticleCannabis oil shows promise for treating epilepsy
THC-containing cannabis oil shows promise for treating Dravet syndrome epilepsy
View ArticleAPUC staff helps United Way provide meals to feed insecure Halton residents
With approximately 31,000 Halton residents living without proper access to healthy meals, children and their families struggle now more than ever to break the cycle of poverty.
View ArticleHealth Canada recalls skin creams, lotions
Skin lotions and creams recalled due to prescription drug content
View ArticleCooking oil may help combat foodborne bacteria
Cooking oil may help prevent spread of foodborne illnesses, researchers say
View ArticleOntario faces psychiatrist shortage: report
Ontario should offer incentives to reverse psychiatrist shortage: report
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