Health Tips

Stay Safe Outdoors This Spring and Summer

The weather is warm and sunny and you can''t wait to spend time outside gardening, golfing and biking. But before you venture out, make sure you protect yourself against too much sun. (more)

Eat Well - Lose Weight

You have the best of intentions - but are you still sticking to your resolutions to eat well and lose weight? If you're like most people, the answer is no. But don't give up. Here are some tips. (more)

Give the Gift of Life

Have you signed your organ donation card? If so, you are among the 40 per cent of the population who has made the commitment to donate organs and tissues. If not, you may want to give the issue some thought. (more)

Help Someone Quit Smoking

Are you worried about a loved one's smoking? If so, you have good reason to be concerned. (more)

Learn More About Kidney Disease

Chronic kidney disease affects almost two million Canadians - but most of them don't know it because the symptoms are silent. (more)

Colorectal Cancer - Are You At Risk?

Colorectal cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer death among Canadians. According to the Colorectal Cancer Association of Canada, more than 18,000 Canadians are diagnosed each year with colorectal cancer, and 8,300 die of the disease. The good news is that colorectal cancer is highly preventable, treatable and often curable. Do you have the facts about this disease?

Make Sure You Know The Five Warning Signs of Stroke

Do you know the warning signs of a stroke? (more)

Men - Have Your Prostrate Checked!

Are you a man over the age of 40? If so, it's time to ask your doctor to check your prostrate gland forany abnormalities. (more)

Heart Disease - Are You At Risk?

Heart disease is Canada's number one killer. Are you at risk? (more)

Are You Washing Your Hands Correctly?

You've been doing it since you've been old enough to put your hands in a sink, but do you really know how to wash your hands correctly? (more)

Seniors Should Use Medications Wisely

Taking medications can be confusing for anyone, and managing medications can pose particular problems for seniors. (more)

Flu or Cold? Know the Difference

You've followed your doctor's advice and had a flue shot. But this morning you woke up with a sore throat and a stuffy nose. What gives? Did the shot not work? (more)