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.

7 pink products to support breast cancer awareness

Here are seven ways you can support breast cancer awareness this October


How lifestyle can affect your risk for breast cancer

Even if you have unavoidable risk factors for breast cancer, healthy lifestyle habits can improve the odds


How food affects your mood

Certain foods can influence how we feel. Here's what to eat to improve your mood


3 new innovations in contact lenses

Here are three new ways researchers are making contact lenses more convenient for you


5 easy ways to get a flatter stomach

Sometimes your digestive health is not just about what you eat, but also how you eat. Here are five things...


Root canal treatment: Your questions answered

Whether you're nervous about getting a root canal, or not sure whether you need one, here's what to expect before,...


Quiz: How much do you know about cold and flu?

No matter how careful you are about germs, sometimes you just can't avoid a cold or flu. Take our quiz...


New & Now: Latest health news from around the web

Must-read health news and views from around the web

6 things you should know about insulin

Key facts for both new and experienced insulin users


6 tooth tips for athletes

When you're playing sports, the care of your teeth may require some extra consideration. Here's how to protect your oral...


5 ways to love your heart today

Make every day World Heart Day and honour your cardiovascular health by following these five simple strategies for a healthier...


News: Canadian Air Quality Ranks Third in the World

Take a deep breath Canada – the air we breathe was just ranked third best on the World Health Organization‘s air


New & Now: September 23, 2011

Must-read health news and views from around the web


Are chemicals preventing you from losing weight?

There's good reason to believe that early exposure to "obesogens"'chemicals that can affect our fat cells'set some people up for...


The ultimate guide to a healthy heart

Here's everything you need to know about living a healthy lifestyle and protecting your heart


Nutrition: Three prunes a day help build bone strength

Prunes’a.k.a. dried plums’are in the spotlight due to their superior bone-building ability. Researchers at Florida State University showed that this


New & Now: September 16, 2011

Must-read health news and views from around the web

Insulin pumps: What you need to know

It's convenient and portable, but is an insulin pump right for you?


Quiz: Do you know what’s in your toothpaste?

Take our quiz to find out how much you know about the toothpaste you're using


New & Now: September 2, 2011

Must-read health news and views from around the web


Dogs doing yoga!

This adorable book, created by photographer Daniel Borris, features different dog breeds in a variety of different yoga poses


Thumb-sucking, pacifiers and your child’s oral health

Sucking on thumbs and pacifiers is natural behaviour for kids, but don't let it go on too long


Fun and health: What’s the connection?

Taking life too seriously? You could be harming your health

New & Now: August 26, 2011

Must-read health news and views from around the web


4 questions to ask your doctor about diabetes

A diagnosis of diabetes or prediabetes is significant'and it's vital that you learn to take care of your overall health....


Are you at risk for retinal detachment?

If left untreated, retinal detachment can cause blindness. Find out if you're at risk and learn how to spot the...


New cures for blindness

Scientists are working on exciting new treatments for blindness. Find out about the latest research that's restoring vision for people...


5 gross things that are actually good for you

These things might make you say "Yuck," but they could actually be good for your health


Ask Best Health: How can I be more confident at the gym?

Don't let fear prevent you from reaching your fitness goals. Next time you're nervous about working out at the gym,...