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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.

T Tech

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.

C Cancer

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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.

M Medication

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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.

L Longevity

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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.

S Skin

3 minute read

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

4 minute read

5 Essential Medical Devices for Proactive Health Monitoring

2025-10-16

🎁 A thoughtful gift for anyone committed to staying on top of their health. Take charge of your health with at-home medical devices like ECGs, blood pressure monitors, pulse oximeters, glucose meters, and thermometers.

H Health Topics

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From Your Bedroom to The Lab: The New Face of STI Testing in Canada

2025-09-04

From Ontario to B.C., STI testing options vary. Some Canadians can now access at-home kits that make checking their sexual health easier than ever.

M Mental Health

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When ‘What If?’ Won’t Quit: Coping With Health Anxiety

2025-08-28

From freckles to faint aches, health anxiety can turn normal body changes into sleepless nights—especially in Canada’s strained system.

M Medication

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Ontario To Expand Publicly Funded RSV Vaccine to Adults 75+ This Fall

2025-08-28

RSV hospitalizations triple with age. Ontario expands protection for adults 75+.

M Medication

4 minute read

Medication Adherence: The Challenges, Risks and Solutions

2025-08-20

Your medication routine matters. Here’s how to overcome some of the barriers that impact 25% of the population.

R Resources & Tools

6 minute read

The Disability Tax Credit Could Mean Money Back in Your Pocket

2025-08-11

If your disability impacts daily activities like walking, speaking, or focusing, you could get thousands in tax relief through the Disability Tax Credit.

Healthcare

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

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

No Longer a Smoker’s Disease: Rewriting Canada’s Lung Cancer Narrative

Measles Returns to Canada: The Crisis That Cost Elimination Status

Beyond the Cane: The 5 Top Mobility Devices for Independence and Faster Rehab

How To Transition Your Skincare From Summer To The Harsh Canadian Winter

5 Essential Medical Devices for Proactive Health Monitoring

From Your Bedroom to The Lab: The New Face of STI Testing in Canada

When ‘What If?’ Won’t Quit: Coping With Health Anxiety

Ontario To Expand Publicly Funded RSV Vaccine to Adults 75+ This Fall

Medication Adherence: The Challenges, Risks and Solutions

The Disability Tax Credit Could Mean Money Back in Your Pocket

Fitness In 2026 Looks VERY Different

New Study Warns of Rapid Weight Regain When Quitting Weight Loss Drugs

Gen Z Health Crisis: Mental Health and Chronic Disease Claims Soar in Canada

Does HRT Increase Dementia Risk? New 1M Woman Study

Why Your Local Pharmacist is the Primary Care Partner You’ve Been Overlooking

Aging at Home: The 2026 Canadian Senior Independence Guide

Health Canada Authorizes Nemluvio® for Eczema and Prurigo Nodularis

Health Canada Authorizes First GLP-1 Pill to Reduce Heart Attack and Stroke Risk