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Learn the latest health news along with easy ways to adopt a healthy lifestyle: From diet and weight loss tips to advice on managing and preventing diabetes, we’ll keep you looking and feeling your best.

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Are Your Supplements Doing More Harm Than Good?

In this excerpt from her new book, Growing Young, science journalist Marta Zaraska debunks the...

12 Myths About Alzheimer’s Disease You Should Stop Believing

Most people have heard of Alzheimer's disease, but myths and misconceptions are still common. Here's...

10 Vitamins (and Supplements) that Should Always Be Taken with Food

Health experts weigh in on the vitamins and supplements you should always take with food...

26 Depression Quotes That Capture Exactly What You’re Feeling

You'll laugh. You'll cry. And then hopefully you'll feel just a little bit less alone...
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8 Things You Should Never Do While Taking Apple Cider Vinegar

Apple cider vinegar is packed with health benefits, but there is a right and wrong...

11 Mistakes You’re Probably Making with Face Masks

The bottom line: A face mask is not effective if you're not using it correctly.

How to Get Tested for COVID-19 Across Canada

Think you're experiencing COVID-19 symptoms? Here is a quick guide on how to get tested...

How to Get Through Mother’s Day Without Your Mom

Mother's Day can be incredibly painful after losing your mom. Here's how to cope, from...

40 Things You Should Do for Yourself During Self-Quarantine

Instead of focusing on the (very long) list of what you can't do, here are...

Is It Safe to Have Food Delivered to Your Home During COVID-19?

Germ expert Jason Tetro on how to stay safe from coronavirus when ordering food to...

Can You Catch Coronavirus From Your Clothes?

Could your own clothing carry coronavirus? Germ expert Jason Tetro weighs in on this, and...

Exactly How Dangerous Is It to Take a Walk Outside During COVID-19?

Canadian germ expert Jason Tetro on how to stay safe from coronavirus when taking a...

Should You Be Disinfecting Your Groceries During COVID-19?

Germ expert Jason Tetro answers this frequently asked question, and shares tips on how to...
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If You Already Had Coronavirus, Could You Catch It Again?

In light of recent cases of apparent reinfection among recovered patients, it's natural to wonder...

I’m a Guidance Counsellor—Here’s How I’m Keeping My Kids Calm About Coronavirus

It’s not easy to parent during a pandemic, but a few simple strategies can help...

Doctors Thought This Young Girl Had Pulled a Muscle—Days Later, She Was in the ER Screaming

A terrifying medical mystery—solved.

A Coronavirus Glossary—All The New COVID-19 Terms You Need To Know

The rapid spread of the COVID-19 pandemic around the world changed everything about our lives...

5 Silent Signs of Hearing Loss You May Be Ignoring

Hearing loss isn’t just for the elderly, so if you notice any of the following...

4 Tips to Maintain Your Health and Wellness While Working From Home

Tips and tricks to stay entertained and fit while social distancing.

Quarantine FOMO Is Real—Here’s How to Overcome It

If your friends' Instagram feeds have you feeling like you're missing out, use these psychologist-approved...

10 Herbs That Can Help Ease Stress

Stress presses in from all sides, but you can help manage it by exploring the...

Antibacterial Soap vs. Regular Soap: Which Should You Be Using?

The worldwide spread of COVID-19 has scores of people reconsidering their everyday cleaning habits. It's...

13 Things Canadian Nurses Wish You Knew

Here's why you should forgive your nurses if they get grumpy—and never, ever distract them...
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How to Safely Remove Disposable Gloves

Who knew there was a right and wrong way to remove disposable gloves? Follow these...

How to Communicate Effectively With Your Elders

Don't let an age gap stand in the way of close friendship and entertaining conversation....

Do Viruses Spread at the Gas Pump?

Viruses can live up to 72 hours on gas pump handles, keypads and other high-touch...

Here’s the Real Reason You Always Have Cold Hands

Having cold hands all the time can be caused by your age, body type—or it...

Here’s How to Self-Isolate if You Live With Your Family

Social distancing isn't easy for anyone, but it can be especially tricky when multiple people...

Why I’m Embracing Grey Hair During COVID-19

None of us can make it to the hair salon right now. But self-quarantine may...

6 Signs You’re Not Getting Enough Sunlight

Sunlight can impact everything from your mood to your weight, which is why it's so...