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Optometrist vs. Ophthalmologist: Who to See, When and What Your Province Actually Covers

  • 2025-12-05
Stop guessing! This essential guide clarifies the roles of optometrists, ophthalmologists, and opticians, details provincial coverage for you, and sets your eye exam schedule.
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  • 5 minute read

In-Flight & Holiday Comfort: Essential Gear for Stress-Free Travel

  • 2025-12-04
From travel pillows to compression socks, here are the smartest comfort tools to stay rested and stress-free on flights and holiday visits.
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No Longer a Smoker’s Disease: Rewriting Canada’s Lung Cancer Narrative

  • 2025-11-28
Canada’s new Pan-Canadian Lung Cancer Action Plan aims to cut deaths by 30% by 2035.
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  • 4 minute read

Measles Returns to Canada: The Crisis That Cost Elimination Status

  • 2025-11-27
Canada lost its measles-free status after 12 months of spread. Policy loopholes, not just low rates, fueled the crisis in Ontario & Alberta.
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Beyond the Cane: The 5 Top Mobility Devices for Independence and Faster Rehab

  • 2025-11-20
Tired of tripping? Discover the 5 essential devices that help retrain your stride—from high-tech AFOs to stable rollators.
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A New Fit for Health: The Smart Bra Aiming to Revolutionize Breast Cancer Detection

  • 2025-11-17
Meet Dr. Van Houten's smart bra: a low-cost, comfortable, no-x-ray system that detects cancer by monitoring breast tissue movement and stiffness.
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What to Do if You’re Experiencing Hearing Loss in Canada: A Step-by-Step Patient Resource Guide

  • 2025-11-13
Our guide to hearing care in Canada. Get a province-by-province breakdown of government funding programs for hearing aids for seniors and all residents.
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Is It Dry Skin or Eczema? Here’s How to Tell the Difference and What to Do About It

  • 2025-11-11
Learn to tell dry skin from eczema, discover triggers, and explore safe products and treatments for healthier, happier skin.
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This Simple Wearable Is Helping Seniors Walk With Confidence Again

  • 2025-11-07
A Montreal-made wearable helps older adults walk with confidence and reduces their risk of falling.
S Skin
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How To Transition Your Skincare From Summer To The Harsh Canadian Winter

  • 2025-11-06
Switching to winter skincare? Here’s what to keep, what to skip, and how to protect your face and body from dryness.
T Tech
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Canadian Innovation in Brain Imaging: A Tiny Camera Making Big Strides in Neurosurgery

  • 2025-10-31
Meet the Vena MicroAngioscope: a world-first Canadian innovation giving neurosurgeons real-time, full-colour views from inside the brain’s blood vessels.
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Struggling With the Time Change? Here’s How to Get Back on Track

  • 2025-10-29
Losing or gaining an hour can mess with your energy, mood, and sleep. Here’s how to help your body adjust naturally to the time change.

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