Prevention

More than 35,000 Canadians are the victims of identity theft every year. Beef up your security with these five strategies.

Tempted to send a text while you're hauling down the highway? Psychiatrists have a pretty good idea what your personality...

Although liver cancer is rare, your doctor might recommend regular screenings if you’re at high risk.

One in three adults over 50 will develop shingles, a painful virus caused by varicella zoster. Here's what you need...

From identifying triggers to finding effective treatments, this snoring primer could help you achieve the deep, restful sleep of your...

In 75 per cent of cases, gallstones don't cause any symptoms. However, if a troublesome case is left untreated, they...

These home remedies for poison ivy can help relieve itching and reduce the chance that the rash might spread to...

There were 1,615 reported cases of Lyme disease in Canada in 2020. Here's how to prevent and treat it, plus...

Most ulcers aren't caused directly by stress but by the bacterium Helicobacter pylori, which is why ulcers are often treated...

Although both conditions are caused by repetitive strain, the similarities end there.

Research suggests as many as 50% of all cases of breast cancer in Canada are linked to factors within our...

Feeling a little backed up? These at-home remedies will get your bowels back on track in no time.

Many men’s cancer symptoms can mimic other diseases or conditions—and many men are notorious for delaying doctors’ visits—so it’s easy...

...And how to find relief.

Just because a test exists doesn’t mean you’d benefit from it. Here’s how to tell which cancer screenings make sense...

Breast cancer isn't always preventable, but you can manage the risks presented by these three contributing factors.

If you try to avoid germs by using your foot to flush public toilets or your knuckle to press elevator...

If you score poorly on these heart tests, you could be 20 times more likely to develop heart disease.

Luckily, 65 per cent of warts will go away on their own. But if you have stubborn one, or you're...

Add some of these healthy foods to your diet to help prevent cancer and keep other diseases at bay.

From flooding to fires, here are four simple tips to keep you and your family safe when extreme weather strikes.

Multiple companies, including Canada's SaNOtize, are developing nasal sprays that could change how we fight the virus. Here’s what you...

Cold and flu season is here in Canada, and amid the 4th wave of COVID-19, experts are warning it could be worse than flu season 2020.

Doing CPR right away can double or even triple a person’s chance of surviving cardiac arrest.

Some people believe vaccines install tracking devices in humans. We quiz psychology professor Ghayda Hassan to find out why people...

Thought all sunscreens were made equal? Think again. Mineral sunscreens are your best line of defence against sun damage, premature...

Not all Amazon sellers deserve your trust or your business. Here are the smart steps you can take to avoid...

Check our symptom sorter to find out if the pain in your gut is more than just common cramps.

So often your lumps, bumps, rashes, and red spots are harmless. Occasionally, they're a sign of something far more serious....