A new study published in the online journal Population Health Metrics has revealed that Canadians are healthier and live longer than our American counterparts, thanks in part... Read more

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Move over, Wii Fit! Researchers at the Mayo Clinic have developed a new kind of fitness game that you can take... Read more

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It wasn't that long ago that if a child complained of boredom, they were shooed outside to play in the great outdoors. Exploring the backyard, riding a bike, playing street hockey with friends—nothing cured boredom like a little Read more

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Here’s some health info we can all get behind: The health minister of Brazil is recommending more sex as a solution to the nation’s problem with high blood pressure, rRead more

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Do you ever dream about work? I often do, and I interpret it as a sign of job-related stress. But new research suggests that dreaming about a task can actually help people perform better. The study, published this week in the journal Current Biology,... Read more

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Earlier this week, I was excited to learn about Premier Dalton McGuinty's proposed overhaul of sexual... Read more

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As a health-conscious eater, I try to avoid refined foods, including white flour. As a sugar junkie, lover of baking and connoisseur of fine desserts, I have a hard time sticking to that healthy-eating goal. After all, while you can sneak some whole-wheat... Read more

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Why is the woman on the cover wearing only a smile? Because she's an example of a Canadian woman who lives her life with a balanced approach to health. That leads to happiness, and positive feelings about our bodies. I know that feeling---but I also know... Read more

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Need to look at a medical scan, but nowhere near a hospital? There’s an app for that! According to reports from CBC News,... Read more

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This week marks National Organ and Tissue Donor Awareness Week in Canada. Organ and tissue donation organizations across the country are working to educate the public about the importance of donation, with the hope of increasing donation rates nation-wide.... Read more

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