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10 Ways to Enrich Your Life and Beat Loneliness
If you feel disconnected from your friends and family due to the pandemic, take heart: There are lots of ways...
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I’m Resisting the Return to Pre-Pandemic ‘Normal’—and You Should Too
Phase three, I tell anyone who’ll listen, is based on economics, not epidemiology. The virus is very much still here.
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8 Best Physical Activities for Social Distancing
You can exercise outside and avoid coronavirus by choosing physical activities that are relatively easy to do while social distancing.
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Michelle Obama Talks About Having “Low-Grade Depression.” Do You Have It Too?
Feeling distressed is common right now. A psychiatrist gives advice on how to handle it.
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What the Anti-Mask Movement Needs to Know About COVID-19
Calgary physician organizer Dr. Amy Tan explains how to clean your mask, which kind to choose and why wearing one...
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How Covid-19 Is Related to Broken Heart Syndrome
Covid-19-related stress and anxiety may raise broken heart syndrome risk, which can mimic the symptoms of a heart attack.
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7 Best Ways to Avoid Maskne, According to Dermatologists
Maskne: Acne caused by wearing your pandemic mask.
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Hayley Wickenheiser’s Message to Canadians From the Front Line
The hockey icon and med student wrote an impassioned post on Instagram about the danger of 'pandemic fatigue' after spending...
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9 Rules to Follow for a Safe (Even Fun!) Backyard Barbecue
Yes, it’s possible to still have fun this summer. Experts share their best tips for socially-distanced backyard gatherings.
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Things I Wish I’d Known Before Taking a Road Trip During a Pandemic
Here's what happened when my family of four hit the road on a nine-hour drive.
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I’m Living in a Long-Term Care Home During Covid-19 — Here’s How I’m Coping
An 87-year-old resident of a long-term care facility shares his hopes, fears and daily struggles of life in lockdown.
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Diabetes and Coronavirus: 13 Things You Need to Know
People with diabetes are at a higher risk of Covid-19 complications. Now there's evidence that Covid-19 might bring on diabetes....
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9 Tips for Using a Public Restroom During Coronavirus
Have to use a public restroom during Covid-19? Follow these expert tips from wearing a face mask to drying your...
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I Had My First Hair Appointment Post-Quarantine—Here’s What It Was Like
When my salon reopened, I was ready to see my stylist. Here's what happened during my first hair appointment during...
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19 Therapist Tips for Finding Hope in Dark Times
Battling Covid-19, economic hardship, and racial injustice is overwhelming: These therapists offer ways to refuel your hope.
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8 Virtual Events to Celebrate Pride 2020
Here's how you can celebrate Pride Month and support the LGBT2Q+ community across Canada and the globe, during the pandemic.
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4 Helpful Tips for Wearing a Face Mask in Hot Weather
It looks like the coronavirus will be around all summer long, so we'll be wearing a face mask all summer...
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Work-from-Home Rules Everyone Needs to Follow
An etiquette expert shares tips for being as professional as possible.
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Zoom Burnout Is Real—Here Are 7 Therapist Tips For Making Hangouts Better
Weekly Zoom meetings seemed great at first—and then they suddenly became a hassle. We asked experts how to make Zoom...
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Antibacterial Soap vs. Regular Soap: Which Should You Be Using?
Turns out when it comes to fighting the novel coronavirus—and in general—there's a clear winner.
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The Latest Face Mask Rules and How Often to Wash Them
Wearing a face mask during the coronavirus pandemic has become a daily practice. Here's what the Government of Canada and...
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Can You Catch Coronavirus From Swimming?
Pools, beaches, and lakes are starting to open. Here's what you need to know to stay safe from coronavirus and...
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How Will Fitness Studios Operate During Covid-19?
After being closed for over two months, independently-owned fitness studios and gyms are starting to reopen in Canada.
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How I’m Managing My Eating Disorder During Coronavirus
Registered dietitian, Alana Kessler, shares how managing her eating disorder, bulimia, adds an extra level of difficulty to coronavirus quarantine.
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18 Outdoor Games & Activities That’ll Make Summer 2020 So Much More Fun
Now that many summer events and activities are cancelled due to Covid-19, we're left to find other reasons to spend...
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A Doctor Answers Your Questions on How Places Will Reopen During Covid-19
Here’s what may happen when shops, restaurants, hair salons, and offices reopen during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Can the Coronavirus Increase Your Risk of a Stroke?
Doctors discuss the relationship between Covid-19 and stroke risk among younger patients, and what to do if you suspect a...
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What Is Dead Butt Syndrome? 6 Workout Moves That Help This Painful Condition
An exercise physiologist shares the best workouts to help "dead butt syndrome"—a painful condition, also known as gluteus medius tendinopathy,...
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7 Tips for Walking Outside During the Coronavirus Pandemic
Here's how to reduce your risk of infection while getting your steps in, boosting your immune system, and getting fresh...