8 Ways Beer Is Actually Good for You
Who knew?! From helping your heart to fighting cavities, a daily brewski (or two) can boost your health.
7 Signs Your Dog Could Have an Ear Infection
Is your favourite furry friend trying to tell you that they've got a dog ear infection? These are the signs...
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...
My “Abdominal Pain” Turned Out to Be Colon Cancer
Amy Driben-Salcedo dismissed the burning in her abdomen as an ulcer—until a colonoscopy revealed she had colon cancer.
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...
The Health Issue Jay Leno Is Speaking About for the First Time
For the first time, Jay Leno is speaking publicly about his high cholesterol—and he's hoping to educate others about the...
14 Stroke Risk Factors You Can Control—And 5 You Can’t
According to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 62,000 Canadians suffer from a stroke each year. That's why you need to...
30 Ways to Boost Your Heart Health
Add these small changes to your daily routine for a powerful dose of heart disease prevention.
If Your Cold Lingers, Here Are 13 Things It Could Mean
If your cold symptoms won't quit, you may have something more serious.
No More Pain in the Butt: How to Treat Hemorrhoids Now
A pesky case of piles can be painful—but it can also be avoided. Here's how to treat hemorrhoids the right...
A Global Network of Scammers is Targeting Older People—Here’s How to Avoid Becoming a Victim
Internet crimes are on the rise, and the organized crime gangs perpetrating these scams are often far beyond the reach...
13 Foods You Should Never, Ever Eat Raw
You know to avoid raw meat and eggs. But there are plenty of other foods that you definitely want to...
If You Have These Types of Dreams, You Could Be at Risk for Dementia
If you often have scary dreams, it could be a sign of a sleep disorder that dramatically raises your risk...
Mysterious Hand Tremors Plagued This Texas Man Since Preschool—Until He Found a Cure
Hand tremors made it so Kyle, for his whole life, was unable to hold a cup of coffee or sign...
4 Dos and Don’ts for Tick Removal
Protect yourself from Lyme disease, Powassan, Rocky mountain fever and other tick-borne illnesses by mastering tick removal in four simple...
13 Things You Should Never Eat on an Airplane
A registered dietitian nutritionist reveals which foods could turn your next flight into a disaster.
Still Cooking with Aluminum Foil? You’ll Want to Read This
Cooking and baking with aluminum foil is fast and convenient, and makes clean-up a cinch, but it's not without health...
10 Types of Arthritis You Could Have—and How to Tell the Difference
Arthritis isn't just arthritis. It's a surprisingly large collection of different conditions—though they all have one thing in common: achy...
11 Silent Signs You Have a Kidney Infection
Head to your doctor for antibiotics if you're showing these signs that a urinary tract infection has travelled to the...
This Is One of the Best Things You Can Do to Ward Off Memory Loss
Hint: It doesn't involve crossword puzzles.
This Is Why You Should Never, Ever Link Your Phone Number to Your Facebook Account
It could be a big mistake.
Eating This One “Healthy” Food Could Increase Your Risk of Alzheimer’s
Thankfully, one simple swap can save your brain.
What You Need to Know About Hepatitis in Canada
You don't need to be a globetrotter to contract hepatitis —you could be putting yourself at risk right here in...
4 Silent Signs You May Have Clogged Arteries
Cardiovascular disease (heart disease) is a leading cause of death in Canada. These four surprising clues can point to clogged...
How Long Does a Cold Last?
If you've caught a cold, you're probably wondering how long the agony will last. Well wipe your nose and keep...
6 Foods to Help Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease
Alzheimer's disease often begins with what appears to be simple forgetfulness, but it wreaks much more havoc over time, destroying...
9 Superfoods for a Healthy Gallbladder Diet
Certain foods can keep your gallbladder in prime shape to help break down fat in the body, preventing acid reflux,...
5 Ways To Winter Proof Your House
It's never too early in the season to start thinking about how you'll winter proof your house. These expert tips...
This Woman Thought She Had an Infected Mosquito Bite—But the Actual Diagnosis Was Terrifying
What first appeared to be an insect bite turned out to be something far more dangerous.
