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.

Sleep better during allergy season

Are your allergies keeping you from getting a good night's sleep? Follow these tips to help relieve your symptoms


6 secrets to eating enough fibre

Fibre is a wonder ingredient: for one thing, it helps regulate your blood sugar levels, meaning it's a key ingredient...


All you need to know about migraines

A migraine is more than just a bad headache'it can have a major effect on your quality of life. Find...


Best Health News: September 2009

A better test for cervical cancer, what to plant now and a surprising fact about men who drink'here's your monthly...


Are you committing these health crimes?

You might be trying to live a healthy life, but some supposedly healthy habits could be sabotaging your plans. Find...


5 myths and truths about public washrooms

Paranoid about the bacteria and viruses lurking in public restrooms? Find out what you really should be worried about and...


Natural home remedies: Head lice

Head lice aren't fun'which is why it's so important to deal with them fast. Try these tips on banning lice...


How to meet new friends

Feeling short in the friendship department? It's time to get proactive. Follow these suggestions to expand your circle of friends'and...

6 ways physiotherapy can relieve aches and pains

Many people lump physiotherapy into the same category as less proven "alternative treatments" and it's often confused with massage or...


Are cellphones bad for your health?

Cellphones may be harmful, and kids could be the most vulnerable. Here's why, and how to limit your exposure


8 steps to a healthier pregnancy

Get relief from common pregnancy complaints like back pain, swollen feet, heartburn and fatigue


Best Health News: August 2009

From a new gadget to help with your breast self exams to the best way to treat a bee sting'here's...


10 sleep tips for shift workers

Studies show that sleep deprivation can lead to serious consequences for shift workers, including firefighters, police officers and medical workers....


4 ways men can reduce diabetes and heart disease risk

For men, a pot belly could be a sign of metabolic syndrome'a condition that signifies greater diabetes and heart disease...


4 ways to relieve stress during pregnancy

Pregnancy brings extra challenges to life'but you don't have to get stressed out. Follow these tips to feel better and...


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Canada’s best medical care for women

These five female-focused hospitals are leading the way in medical care for women


Which deodorant is right for you?

Stressing about perspiration? Find out which over-the-counter option is right for you, from natural deodorants to clinical-strength antiperspirants

What to do if you sweat too much

Feel like you sweat more than the average person? You could have hyperhidrosis'here's what to do


5 simple rules for your healthiest life

Confused by conflicting health information? You don't need to be'living a healthy life is simple at its core. Here are...


My healthy life: Charmaine Brett

International aid worker Charmaine Brett knows how to de-stress under extreme conditions


6 health questions, solved

The bottom-line truth on everyday health questions, based on the freshest research findings


A healthy you in minutes a day

Just a few minutes of exercise per week may be all you need to help prevent some of the risk...


Weekend warriors

The Weekend to End Breast Cancer event provides camaraderie and a sense of empowerment over the disease for these women

5 ways to deal with a restless bed partner

Better half keeping you up at night? Here are some solutions that will help you sleep better


How to beat jet lag

A nutritionist and sleep doctor let us in on good food choices and how to handle jet lag like a...


Natural home remedies: Body odour

It's natural'and healthy'to sweat, but no one wants to smell that way all day. Learn about home remedies that will...


3 ways to relieve stress

Constantly stressed? Try these daily strategies from a stress expert to keep you calm, focused and happy


Eat to sleep better

4 ways your food and drink choices can affect how well you sleep


The Weekend to End Breast Cancer: Photos from Ottawa

Ottawa was the first of six Canadian cities to host the Weekend to End Breast Cancer in 2009, and Best...