After My Cancer Diagnosis, I Began Reading to My Daughters
I knew I had a terminal illness and I wanted my three daughters to remember me in the many books we read together.
The 10 Greatest Canadian Health Discoveries
2021 marks the 100th anniversary of Banting and Best's discovery of insulin—a groundbreaking drug that changed diabetes from a death...
30 Inspiring Quotes From Cancer Survivors
People who have survived cancer have been through a lot—and they've learned a lot. This wisdom may help you and...
Why I Stopped Making New Year’s Resolutions
Was it me failing my resolutions, or were my resolutions failing me? Here’s how a shift in perspective finally helped...
What You Need to Know About Getting Melanoma in the Winter
When the cold season arrives, we tend to not protect ourselves from the sun—but that's a mistake, as wintertime rays...
This Doctor Helps Breast Cancer Patients Prepare For Treatment
Thousands of women are diagnosed with breast cancer every year. Ontario doctor Annette Richard is on a mission to improve...
8 Silent Signs of Testicular Cancer You Should Never Ignore
An estimated 1,150 Canadian men will be diagnosed with testicular cancer in 2020, and around 35 will die from the...
If You Eat This Food, You Could Reduce Your Risk of Colorectal Cancer by 17 Per Cent
If you need an excuse to chow down on carbs, you're in luck. A report from global cancer researchers suggests...
This Farmer Was Crushed By a Cow—And It Saved His Life
A second CT scan revealed something much more serious than a compressed abdomen...
5 Surprising Diseases That Eye Exams Can Detect
Your eyes are a window to the soul—and your general health.
13 Thyroid Facts Everyone Should Know
Your thyroid controls your heart rate, your respiration, major organs and your metabolism. That's why no one should take this...
7 Signs of Lung Cancer You Might Be Ignoring
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths (one in four) in both men and women. Treatment is more...
Doctors Thought This Woman’s Constant Itching Was in Her Head—the Real Cause Was Much Scarier
First Eva thought her apartment was infested with bed bugs. Then she thought she suffered from severe anxiety. Her doctors...
7 Signs of Gallbladder Cancer You Might Ignore
Your gallbladder is located under the right side of your liver, and it stores the necessary bile you need to...
6 Early Throat Cancer Symptoms You Might Ignore
Throat cancer often doesn’t cause symptoms until later stages—yet early detection makes for more effective treatment. If you notice any...
9 Signs of Blood Cancer Doctors Usually Miss
Blood cancer has subtle and surprising symptoms. Doctors share the most common ones that may require a closer look.
When Fentanyl Works: How I Used Fentanyl to Manage Terminal Cancer Pain
"Having terminal cancer means managing pain carefully and consistently. And it means taking a dangerous opioid that has long improved...
Why People with Red Hair Have a Higher Risk of Skin Cancer
According to the Canadian Cancer Society, approximately 8,000 Canadians will be diagnosed with melanoma skin cancer in 2020. Here's why...
10 Foods That Can Reduce Your Risk of Colon Cancer
Colon cancer rates are rising, and the disease is striking adults at a younger age. But risk factors like weight...
This Is Why Pancreatic Cancer Is So Hard to Treat
Pancreatic cancer is difficult to treat largely because the early signs are vague, the cancer is highly aggressive and no...
The Science of Resilience: How to Overcome Life’s Setbacks
Although you may hope for nothing but happy circumstances in your life, everyone experiences hardship or loss from time to...
This Is What All Those Cancer Ribbon Colours Mean
Cancer ribbon colours have branched out from the now-familiar pink of breast cancer. Here's how to tell at a glance...
The Serious Health Risks Tall People Need to Know About
If people tend to look up to you, this is health news you'll want to remember—and discuss with your doctor.
Why This 15-Year-Old’s Treatment for Germ Cell Tumour Suddenly Stopped Working
What first appeared to be a germ cell tumour—one of the most common cancers found in teens—turned out to be...
10 Warning Signs of Cancer in Cats That Every Owner Should Know
Many cancer symptoms in cats are subtle and can be caused by another condition, but if you notice any of...
The Surprising Science Behind the Healing Power of Touch
It's the sense that we most often take for granted—and one cannot live without. Check out the surprising science behind...
15 Fascinating Facts About Moustaches to Celebrate Movember
Love 'em or hate 'em, moustaches are having a moment. Here's everything you wanted to know about them—and an answer...
8 Silent Signs You Might Have a Brain Tumour
The symptoms of brain cancer look an awful lot like other everyday ailments, from headaches to depression. Here's when to...
