Vision care can be expensive and not having insurance leaves many people putting off eye exams until it’s absolutely necessary. The good news is there are...
Post-Hip Surgery Recovery and Care Having a hip replacement is no small surgical procedure. This major operation can take a bit to fully bounce back from....
While the old saying goes that the eyes are the windows to the soul, it could also be said, though less poetically, that your feet act...
Your provincial health insurance may not cover all costs for you and your family. While you can rest assured that basic health care services are covered,...
When sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) strikes, time is of the essence. Each year thousands of people of all ages are struck with SCA. A person is...
Do you have the responsibility of taking care of your grandparents? It isn’t easy to watch someone who has a lot of needs. It’s harder still...
When a person becomes a parent, nothing is more joyful or scary; they are suddenly responsible for another life. Parents want their children to grow up...
I only volunteered to become a First Aider during my previous employment because nobody else would! The excuses ranged from fear of blood to not having...
Substance abuse treatment is challenging for patients in all stages of recovery. Therapy and medications are both helpful during this time, but exercise is another powerful...
Getting a good night’s sleep can make a whole world of difference to your mood and even your health. Ironically, I’m writing this in the late...