Coping with Cancer
The word ‘cancer’ is fraught with emotion – mostly negative. How does one manage the physical and emotional components of a cancer diagnosis? Taking Control Navigating a cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming. Treatment usually happens [...]
Why Strength Training?
Research has shown that strengthening exercises are both safe and effective for women and men of all ages, including those who are not in perfect health. In fact, people with health concerns including heart disease [...]
Many Seniors will Experience a Fall in their Home – Learn How to Protect Yourself
Did you know that: 1 in 3 seniors will experience a fall each year, and half of those more than once. 40% of seniors' falls result in hip fractures; 20% of injury-related deaths among seniors [...]
New Year, New You… It’s Easier Than You Might Think
Add these foods to your dietary arsenal to help arm yourself against disease and age-related ailments. Liz Pearson, co-author (along with Mairlyn Smith) gives us the news on longevity-boosting champions. 1. The Weapon: 100% whole [...]
Dealing with Retirement
Your retirement can be a major source of stress because your job is usually a very important part of your life. This stress may be even greater if you have been forced to retire because of your [...]
Getting Ready for BBQ Season
Barbecue season has begun and Health Canada would like to remind Canadians of steps they can take to avoid foodborne illness caused by bacteria such as E. coli, Salmonella and Campylobacter. Eating undercooked meat and [...]