Eating as a political, social, spiritual act: The World Peace Diet
Each one of us can rethink the food we are producing, eating and wasting. And we can call for more government and industry action to support sustainable food systems.
View Article$71.1M going to better access to substance-abuse treatment in B.C.
Health minister to make substance abuse announcement at opioid symposium
View ArticleiGen and the impacts of always being connected
As a family doctor, I can see that our youngest generation, Gen Z or iGen, is struggling. I see more teen angst, depression and suicidality than ever before — and my gut says that it’s connected to...
View ArticleHere's what happened when I tried goat yoga in Acton
The little hooved critters danced in between everyone as they moved from sun salutations, to downward dog and back again.
View ArticleIs that ‘midlife crisis’ really Alzheimer’s disease?
Approximately five per cent of Alzheimer’s patients are younger than 65.
View ArticleHere's what happened when I tried goat yoga in Acton
The little hooved critters danced in between everyone as they moved from sun salutations, to downward dog and back again.
View ArticleRECALLS: Compliments brand chili powder, RIDGID vacuums, Rad Cat pet food,...
Here is our weekly round up of current product recalls. For more details on each, please click on links. Don't forget to check back next week for new items.
View ArticleRECALLS: Children's jackets, slime kits, flashlights, plus more on this...
Here is our weekly round up of current product recalls. For more details on each, please click on links. Don't forget to check back next week for new items.
View ArticleWhy life insurance companies want your Fitbit data
I recently predicted that health data from electronics could soon be compiled into a wellness report and shared with insurance companies to help them determine who they’ll cover. My prediction just...
View ArticleCancer patient exposes care gaps for homeless
B.C. cancer patient's case exposes gaps in care for homeless people: advocates
View ArticleThree stigma-busters you can do today
STIGMA. One word that can just make your skin crawl when it comes to talking about mental health. But what can you do about it?
View Article5 Things Your Chiropractor Wishes You Would Stop Doing
We all do simple, everyday things that drive chiropractors crazy! Here’s why you should stop doing them and what you can do instead.
View ArticleTime and money – the biggest hurdles to healthy eating
Research shows that in developed countries, more affluent and educated people tend to consume higher-quality diets — including more fruits and vegetables, fish and whole grains.
View ArticleKeep your workspace germ-free this cold and flu season
While many offices hire professional cleaners to vacuum carpets, wipe down desks and empty garbage cans and recycling bins, with cold and flu season upon us, we have to take matters into our own hands....
View ArticleFitness buffs turn to cannabis to aid workouts
Cannabis and exercise go hand-in-hand for some fitness buffs
View ArticleKids at risk from pot smoke, edibles: experts
Kids exposed to pot through second-hand smoke or edibles at risk for adverse effects
View ArticleExercise in pregnancy cuts complication risks: guide
Exercising while pregnant boosts health, cuts risk of complications: guidelines
View ArticlePrioritizing women’s health; recognizing the differences between men and women
There’s no doubt, when it comes to health, that men and women are different. For this reason, unique approaches are needed when it comes to preventing, diagnosing, treating and caring for women.
View ArticleLife expectancy down due to opioids: report
Opioid crisis may be decreasing life expectancy for Canadians: report
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