Radon Is the Leading Cause of Lung Cancer in Non-Smokers and Most Canadians Haven’t Tested for It
One in five Canadian homes may have elevated radon but only 12% have ever tested. Here's what you need to know.
Small Particles, Big Risk: What the Latest Science Says About Microplastics and What You Can Do
Canadians discard nearly 5 million tonnes of plastic a year and the microplastics that result are showing up in our blood, lungs, and placentas.
Aerosol Spray Warnings. Is Benzene Contamination a Real Concern?
From dry shampoo to sunscreen, some aerosol sprays may contain benzene. Learn the risks, recalls, and what Canadians should know.
New CPR Guidelines for Canada: Why “Rescue Breaths” are Back for Kids
Heart & Stroke’s updated guidelines emphasize that children need rescue breaths during CPR, as their cardiac arrests are typically oxygen-related.
Your Plants Impact Your Health and Your Pet’s Health
Struggling with dry air and winter blues? Staff your home with the right plants. A room-by-room guide to health, safety, and pet-friendly greenery.
No Longer a Smoker’s Disease: Rewriting Canada’s Lung Cancer Narrative
Canada’s new Pan-Canadian Lung Cancer Action Plan aims to cut deaths by 30% by 2035.
Long COVID: It’s a Real Thing
Long COVID currently affects 2.1 million Canadians. It has been challenging for sufferers to be heard, but the tides are shifting.
Air Pollution: A Killer as Deadly as Cigarettes
Breathing, it appears, is the new smoking. Air pollution is as toxic to humans as smoking cigarettes, and 3 times more dangerous than alcohol.