6 things you should know about pregnancy and H1N1
What every pregnant woman should know about the H1N1 flu virus
What erectile dysfunction says about his health
Erectile dysfunction could signal an underlying health problem
8 immunizations for adults
While the new H1N1 flu virus, or swine flu, may be dominating the headlines lately, that's not the only thing...
6 things that will help you sleep
Everyone needs a little help now and then'especially when it comes to sleeping. These six things will help you relax...
Should women do breast self-exams?
We asked a leading voice on each side of the debate to weigh in on the pros and cons of...
7 foods that help prevent heart disease
Eating right is a key component of lowering your risk of heart disease. Get started with these seven foods you...
My healthy life: Gina Haverstock
Vintner Gina Haverstock, producer of several award-winning wines, picks a fit lifestyle
Could celiac disease be causing your health problems?
Celiac disease, a common immune disorder triggered by eating gluten, may be at the root of what ails you
Should girls get the HPV vaccine?
Not all doctors are in favour of Canada's HPV vaccination program. Here, two top docs weigh in on the debate
Top 5 mistakes men make about their health
Doesn't it seem like it's usually a woman's responsibility to look out for the health of the men in her...
7 ways Canadians are preparing for H1N1
As the country braces for the coming flu season and fears of the H1N1 virus loom large, some Canadians are...
Swine flu FAQ
Get the facts about the new H1N1 virus and learn how to protect yourself
5 ways to prevent type 2 diabetes
Up to 90 percent of cases of type 2 diabetes can be prevented by healthy lifestyle habits. Here are five...
“How I handled swine flu”
Writer Patricia Pearson shares her family's experience with the H1N1 virus
Best Health News: October 2009
Why girl talk is good for you, faster breast cancer screening, and the truth about fertility meds'here's your monthly roundup...
How much sleep do you really need?
If you struggle to get eight hours of shut-eye, read on to find out how much sleep you should be...
Excerpt: Eating Pomegranates: A memoir of mothers, daughters and the breast cancer gene
Journalist Sarah Gabriel was diagnosed with breast cancer at age 44'a result of a rare inherited mutation on the BRCA1...
4 foods that boost good cholesterol
These four super-foods increase your levels of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) or "good cholesterol," which will help lower your risk for...
5 strange-but-true health cures
Who says scientists lack imagination? These strange-but-true health studies prove medical researchers are thinking outside the box when it comes...
10 ways to stress less and sleep more
When stress interrupts your sleep on a nightly basis, it sets you up for chronic insomnia. Here's how to feel...
How to Do a Thyroid Self-Exam
Learn the facts about thyroid cancer and find out how to monitor yourself for abnormalities
The Weekend to End Breast Cancer: Photos from Toronto
On the weekend of September 12, four team members from Best Health'along with thousands of other participants'walked to raise money...
4 new resources for moms-to-be
Pregnant, or planning to be? These three books'and one DVD'will help you get organized, beat stress and stay healthy
How to use online health information
Many websites are packed with pertinent health information'but many others are untrustworthy. Here's how to tell the difference
4 signs you’re a cyberchondriac
The Internet is packed with information about health conditions'but when does diligent research turn into an obsession? Find out if...
Is your thyroid normal or is it time to get checked?
The incidence of thyroid disease seems to be rising dramatically. But we often dismiss the symptoms as simply the effects...
September health Q&A
Is antibacterial soap worth it, are generic drugs equal to the original and will eating at night make you fat?...
4 tips on drinking when you have diabetes
If your doctor's given you permission to drink, follow these guidelines to do it responsibly
6 ways to eat to beat diabetes
Follow these healthy eating suggestions that will work with your lifestyle'and help you manage your diabetes
