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.

8 Uses for Rubbing Alcohol You Never Knew About (and 2 to Avoid)

Your health can benefit from rubbing alcohol in ways that go way beyond wiping down surfaces.


Why Do I Have Bowel Movements When I Exercise?

Gastroenterologists reveal why you have the urge to go to the washroom when you exercise and the potential causes behind...


How to Make the Most of Summer 2020

Here are a few quintessential activities to add to your summer to-do list that'll have you feeling nostalgic, fulfilled, and...


12 Common Bedroom Items that Are Secretly Toxic

If you're not careful, the room that should foster sweet dreams could become a waking nightmare. Don't miss these surprising...


7 Sneaky Signs Your Allergy Medicine Isn’t Working

Doctors reveal the unexpected ways your body tells you that your allergy medicine is not working and the fixes to...


The Scientific Reason You Are (Or Aren’t) a Mosquito Magnet

Constantly swarmed by mosquitoes? Here's why.


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Black-Female-Owned Wellness Businesses to Support Now and Always

One way to show solidarity with the Black community—besides educating ourselves and donating to causes like Black Health Alliance—is by...


What You Need to Know About Cannabis Edibles

Here's what cannabis experts and users have to say about the benefits of edibles.

Support the Black Community by Donating to These Organizations

Here's where to donate in Canada and the U.S. to support the Black community and help fight anti-Black racism.


8 Best Stainless Steel Water Bottles for Staying Hydrated

Registered dietitians and other experts reveal the importance of drinking water and their favourite stainless steel water bottles to stay...


9 Surprising Diseases that Dermatologists Find First

Dermatologists can tell so much just by looking at your skin. In fact, they may help you detect early signs...


Quick Fixes for Bee Stings, Bug Bites, Sunburns, and Other Summer Woes

Along with summer's sunshine and warm weather come bees, blisters, and more hazards. Here's how to stop the pain and...


What All Canadians Need to Know About Poison Ivy

Poison ivy can be found in every province except Newfoundland. Below, find out how to prevent exposure to poison ivy,...


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...


How to Plan a Wellness Getaway in Toronto Like a Pro

This city has everything you need for a feel-good weekend getaway.


How to Do a Wellness Escape to Sonoma, California

Traverse the region where old-school pleasure meets new-school cool and see why there’s so much more to Sonoma than sipping.


17 Sneaky Ways Summer Could Make You Sick—and How to Stay Healthy

Summer brings beautiful weather, longer daylight hours, and outdoor fun—but also some hidden health hazards that could leave you or...

Can You Reverse Food Allergies? What Experts Want You to Know

There's no way to reverse or cure a food allergy yet, but scientists are working on it. In the meantime,...


Why Going to the Bathroom “Just in Case” Is a Bad Idea

Preventative peeing can train your bladder to pee when it's only half full. It can also make it harder for you...


12 Silent Signs of Adult ADHD You Might Be Ignoring

Adults can have ADHD too. If these adult ADHD symptoms are disrupting your life, see your doctor to get an...


This Is What Happens to Your Body When You Binge Drink

Just one night of binge drinking can affect your health. Here's how too much alcohol can affect your body, from...


Is Walking Barefoot Bad For Your Feet?

An orthopedic surgeon reveals the benefits and potential dangers of walking barefoot, including the risk of infection and foot problems.


10 Medicine Cabinet Essentials Nurses Always Keep on Hand

These must-have items can help heal aches, cuts, and infections.

4 Things You Should Know About Hand Sanitizers

Here's what you need to know about hand sanitizers and your health.


14 DIY Home-Health Tests That Could Save Your Life (and Take Just Seconds)

Take charge of your health with these simple, easy tests that could uncover serious problems. No health insurance or blood...


How to Stop Bladder Leaks From Dictating Your Social Calendar

The truth is, roughly 
33 percent of women over 40 experience pee leaks on the regular. Welcome to the club,...


Health Conditions That Can Increase Your Risk of Osteoporosis

Some health conditions and the medications that treat them can make it hard to maintain healthy bone density—and that can...


The Scary Truth About the Treatment of Lyme Disease and Tick-Borne Illnesses

Lyme Disease and other tick-borne illnesses are on the rise in Europe, yet authorities across the continent are woefully behind...


11 Hidden Signs You May Get a Serious Sunburn

Dermatologists reveal the surprising things that raise the risk of sunburn, from medications to food, to help you keep your...