Canada’s Cigarette Packages Just Got a Lot Harder to Ignore
Canada has launched new graphic warnings on cigarette packs and individual sticks. Learn how these updated labels aim to reduce smoking rates.
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.