Helping Your Child Breathe Better with Asthma
Make sure your child enjoys the summer safely by following these five steps to help them control their asthma, from home environments to pollen levels.
TOPICS With the nature of illnesses, often times there is belief that there is a decrease in your quality of life. Learn how doctors and researchers are working to ensure you can still live the life you desire and how you can overcome the obstacles.
Make sure your child enjoys the summer safely by following these five steps to help them control their asthma, from home environments to pollen levels.
Bladder cancer survivor and Chair of the Board of Directors at Bladder Cancer Canada, Ferg Devins, speaks on why patients are their own best advocates.
Bladder cancer is the most expensive cancer to treat, but now the Bladder Cancer Tech fund is making leading BLC technologies available — and affordable.
Dans le cas des personnes atteintes de diabète de type 2, se renseigner sur les risques de maladies cardiovasculaires pourrait même leur sauver la vie.
Une femme nous raconte son expérience avec l'insuffisance cardiaque causée par le diabète et nous explique comment s'informer pour s'en protéger.
For people with type 2 diabetes, learning about heart disease can be lifesaving. Cardiologist Dr. Shelley Zieroth explains the symptoms and risk factors.
Did you know that type 2 diabetes can impact your heart health? Read one woman's story of diabetes-related heart failure and learn how you can protect yourself.
The Reh-Fit Centre, Canada's premier cardiac rehabilitation and "prehabilitation" institution, improves its community's health while literally saving lives.
Heart disease is different for everybody. The Peter Munk Cardiac Centre is using artificial intelligence to figure out why.
If you live with diabetes, keeping your eyes healthy is vital. Here’s the scoop on what you should know and what you can do.
We spoke with Dr. Richard Maharaj about dry eye disease and how your eye care team can help treat it.
Dr. Michael Dennis, President of the Canadian Association of Optometrists, explains why eye exams are critical for preventing or treating vision loss.
Advocacy organizations advise that patient education and empowerment are key to healthy ageing, particularly when it comes to vision health.
VIA Rail Canada President and CEO, Yves Desjardins-Siciliano’s address to the House of Commons Committee about Bill C-81 on October 22, 2018.
How can you enrich life with dementia? Ask Paul Lea, a dementia advocate who was diagnosed with vascular dementia in 2009.
While medical advances in dementia treatment are being made, more resources should also be devoted to enhancing the quality of life for those who live with the disease.
After a stroke left Sean R. with expressive aphasia and weakness on his right side, the After Stroke program helped ease his recovery journey.
Eczema — or atopic dermatitis — can cause dry, itchy, rash-covered skin that can bleed and ooze. Read some of the biggest misconceptions about eczema.
What's it like living with eczema? Tanya Mohan, Torontonian and life-long sufferer of the skin disease, explains the physical and psychological impacts.
Summer's a happy occasion for many Canadians, but for those living with atopic dermatitis — also known as eczema — it can be a challenge.
Learn about programs and workshops that give older people experiences that increase their knowledge and gives them new social engagement opportunities
With Canadian men spending half their waking hours at work, indications are that their work routines may be negatively impacting their health.
Autoimmune diseases include over 100 chronic and debilitating conditions, yet it's one of the most misunderstood and under-recognized group of illnesses.
After Jennifer Pevec's MS diagnosis, she was told that she would never run again. She's run in 13 marathons since then, and is preparing for her next.
Charity Schedlosky was just 27-years old when she was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. Fortunately, she found hope through oral treatment.
We spoke with immunologist Dr. Vipul Jain and eczema sufferer Melani-Ivy Samson to learn about how atopic dermatitis can impact patients' lives.
Read about Megan Park's experience living with rheumatoid arthritis and her advice for those diagnosed with an autoimmune disease.
Les options de traitements sécuritaires et efficaces pour le psoriasis et le rhumatisme psoriasique progressent rapidement, mais tous ceux qui pourraient bénéficier d’un traitement ne le reçoivent pas nécessairement.
Preventing flare-ups and inflammation in IBD patients is easier than ever thanks to the minimally invasive fecal calprotectin test.
Treatment options for psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis are quickly advancing, but the best ones are too often reserved for the most severe cases.
Learn about three initiatives that are improving blind and partially-sighted Canadians' access to resources, education, and community activities.
The Canadian Council of the Blind is an organization dedicated to changing what it means to be blind.
A look to the Canadian Council of the Blind's past and future in honour of its 75th anniversary.
Living with diabetes doesn't have to impact your life — take it from professional hockey player Max Domi.
Men diagnosed with prostate cancer early can be cured, but that’s only if they talk to their doctors early.
Keep your sexual health and sexual wellbeing strong with natural supplements made by Vitalitas.
Blue light cystoscopy is helping identify and treat bladder cancer more effectively.
Even when recreational cannabis is legalized, medical cannabis patients should stick with the existing medical system. Here's why.
The most important feature of any pharmaceutical product is consistent, reliable dosing. Medical cannabis should be no different.
Because of their rarity, bleeding disorders are often unfamiliar and can take longer to diagnose.
Mark Silverstein was diagnosed with cancer at the age of 45 but with different kinds of treatments he is able to fight cancer.
New all-natural herbal remedy can help you sleep better and alleviate mental stress.
Not all hearing is the same. You can get the treatment and therapy you deserve though consulting a hearing instrument specialist.
Men avoid doctors like we avoid asking for directions, but waiting until it goes away is not a good strategy. Learn first hand from Dr. Drew why he believes in early diagnosis.
1 in 7 Canadian men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime. Waiting until it goes away is not a good strategy — GET CHECKED!
Small simple changes can have a big impact on improving your overall quailty of life. Get healthy, you’ve done waaaaay harder things.
Flash glucose monitoring is providing Canadians with diabetes valuable insight into their daily activities. Read how.
Canada's first automatic, self-adjusting insulin pump is providing promise for those living with diabetes. Read more.
William Shatner shares how he stays fit and active despite age, because while your body and mind do decline in age, you can take preventative measures!
Looking after your eyes has health benefits beyond just how well you can see. Despite this, experts say eye health is often neglected.
Companies are embracing more accessible services and tech. We spoke to Bell Canada about why, how, and what steps they've taken.
One company is striving to empower Canadians who are blind or partially-sighted by identifying tools and strategies that promote inclusive media practices.
Did you know that skin cancer is the most common cancer in Canada?
Not all cosmetic lines are created equal.
We may not give enough consideration to what impression our skin is making.
Atopic dermatitis, or eczema, is a chronic disease of the skin that affects about 1 in 20 Canadians.
An estimated one million Canadians are living with psoriasis.
Foot care becomes more and more important as people age. Specialized foot care nurses can help provide the services needed to maintain and promote healthier feet.
This might be a great solution for those facing mobility challenges at home.
Imagine taking a trip that leaves you feeling upbeat, trim, and glowing.
Canadians anxious about their retirement savings are looking at affordable alternatives to traditional home ownership after age 65.
By mounting an object detecting device on a wheelchair, getting around becomes easier and safer.
With the past flu season being so harsh and deadly for many, protecting people, especially seniors from influenza has become more important than ever.
