Health

Here’s where you’ll gain insight into the Canadian healthcare system and find answers to the questions you’ve always wondered about. Learn the signs of a stroke, why mammograms should happen before the age of 50 and if IV vitamin therapy is actually beneficial.

The Forces That Shape Health Care for Black Women

‘What we end up seeing is Black women not accessing health care until things are at crisis levels.’


3 Stretches That Are Good For Your Heart

New research has shown stretching can improve your cardiovascular health.


8 Causes of Exercise-Related Chest Pain Besides a Heart Attack

When you have chest pain during exercise, your first thought may be heart attack. But there can be lots of...


‘There’s Growth in Discomfort’: Going Off Script With Marci Ien

The veteran broadcaster talks about her new book and using her voice when the world needs it most.


What Are Diabetic Blisters? Here’s What You Need to Know

Diabetic blisters are a common skin condition when you have diabetes.


Women’s College Hospital Among First to Offer Health Records on iPhone

Dr. Danielle Martin explains who could benefit most from Apple Health Records's launch in Canada.


How to Keep Fall Allergens Out of Your Home

Allergies can be a bother inside your home, too. Here's how to allergy-proof every room in your home — no...


This Jamaican Paradise Deserves to Be On Your Post-Pandemic Travel Bucket List

With its rugged mountains, lush greenery, crystalline waters and unique character, Jamaica stands out in the Caribbean, where the beauty...

Why Are There So Few BIPOC Therapists in Canada?

Therapists say barriers exist both before and after entering the profession.


What Doctors Want You to Know About Breast Cancer

A guide to everything you need to know about breast cancer, including symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and prevention.


How to Manage (and Prevent) a Cold Sore

Cold sores can be embarrassing, painful and infectious, but there are ways to severely lessen an outbreak.


This Is the Most Relaxing Hobby You Can Take Up

Here's a simple, anxiety-soothing way to unwind — and a few more options if that's not the stress reliever you...


9 Natural Home Remedies for Swollen Feet

Are swollen feet and ankles slowing you down? Try one of these remedies for fast relief.


‘I Have a Cloud Over Me’: How Isolation Affects Seniors Living at Home

The health effects of social distancing and isolation are severe for seniors living at home through Covid-19.


This Tiny North Atlantic Island Is a Seaside Haven

There are plenty of fun ways to get your wellness fix in Bermuda.


7 Ways a Full Moon Can Mess with Your Mood, According to An Astrologer

Can a full moon really affect each sign differently?


I Have PCOS: Here’s How I Had Kids

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a condition characterized by irregular or absent menstrual cycles, infertility, and multiple ovarian cysts.


12 Silent Diabetes Complications You Need to Know About

High blood sugar levels can cause head-to-toe diabetes complications. Being aware of the risks can help you avoid them.


What Causes Charley Horses and How to Prevent Them

A charley horse can strike anyone at any time, but some people may be more likely to experience these painful...


Exercise for Diabetes: 12 Workout Tips for Diabetics

Experts share how to exercise for diabetes while staying safe and healthy.


Have Blood In Your Stool? Here’s What It Could Mean

More often than not, it is not a sign of a serious problem.


Kristen Bell Tells Us, ‘Anxiety Is Really at the Forefront of My Brain at All Times’

We chatted with the Frozen II 
and The Good Place actress to find out what she's been up to.

Have a Toothache? Here’s What to Do

Dental pain is common and has many causes, including poor mouth hygiene, cavities, sinus infections and more. Here are treatments...


10 Essential Ways to Maintain a Strong Body

We’ve been hearing it for months now — stay strong, stay well. That’s especially true for your muscles.


Could You Have a Swallowing Disorder?

Swallowing disorders affect 10 percent of Canadians over 50. The good news is they are treatable. But first you have...


4 Expert Tips You Need to Know to Stretch Properly

Here's how to deepen your stretches and improve your flexibility and posture


If You Eat This Food, You Could Reduce Your Risk of Colorectal Cancer by 17 Percent

If you need an excuse to chow down on carbs, you're in luck. A report from global cancer researchers suggests...


Do Cold Showers Have Health Benefits?

Cold shower benefits can range from soothing itchy skin and improving scalp health. Here's how to take a cold shower...