Most Canadians want to age at home — but few are preparing their houses for it. Here’s how to change that
Category: Health
Posted inHealth
Why are so many young men struggling with erectile dysfunction?
Experts say rising erectile dysfunction in young men stems from a tangle of mind, body and social pressures
Posted inHealth
New study highlights potential markers of multiple sclerosis
A new study reveals people who develop MS often visit doctors and ERs frequently in the 15 years before a formal diagnosis
Posted inHealth
New cancer plan urged as survival improvements in England slow
Researchers say longer wait times for cancer diagnoses and treatment have led to a slowing in cancer survival
Posted inProfessional
Health Spending Accounts take off in win-win for employers, workers
‘It just feels better to offer a young employee coverage towards the dog walking,’ says one insurance executive
Posted inDrugs
This is what it takes to overcome opioid addiction
Survivors say opioid addiction recovery is not just about battling the drugs and the system. It is also a battle with yourself
Posted inTech
Excessive screen time raises heart disease risk: study
Researchers studied the screen time of 10 and 18-year-olds and found that each additional hour of screen time increased the risk of disease
Posted inProfessional
New code clarifies nurses’ role discussing MAID with patients
A new code of ethics provides Canadian nurses with ‘needed’ clarity about whether and how they can discuss MAID with patients
Posted inDrugs
‘Symbol of failed policy’: Nanaimo councillor seeks closure of overdose prevention site
A motion to close Nanaimo’s only overdose prevention site is a ‘cry for help’, says Nanaimo’s mayor, who says the site has created significant public disorder
Posted inDrugs
Alcohol’s health risks obscured by influential scientific group: study
Experts say alcohol’s health risks are downplayed in Canada due to outdated science and widespread public misinformation