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need for needles
June 16th, 2011
A new generation of parents may not believe in vaccination, but some shots are critical for kids

miracle pill?
June 3rd, 2011
While taking vitamin D supplements may be trendy these days, few studies can prove any actual health benefits

one good walk
May 21st, 2011
A new study finds that one brisk walk a day may be all it takes to keep your brain healthier for longer

baby steps
May 7th, 2011
While folic acid levels are now higher in Canadians in general, the women who need it still aren’t getting enough

drug dilemma
April 23rd, 2011
If you suffer from chronic acid reflux, deciding whether or not to take medication may be as worrying as the symptoms

scary money
April 9th, 2011
In case you weren’t worried enough about BPA, the chemical has also turned up on cold hard cash

binge behaviour
March 26th, 2011
Saving up all your drinking for the weekend can spell big trouble for your heart health

hit the wall
March 12th, 2011
For marathoners who run out of steam during a race, a scientific formula can help you fuel up more effectively

sick in the USA
February 26th, 2011
Diabetes may be a growing problem in B.C., but we’re still far better off
than our American cousins

sweet treat
February 20th, 2011
No need to feel guilty about indulging in a little chocolate, as long as it’s the heart-healthy variety

net diagnosis
January 29th, 2011
Should we be worried that more people than ever before are going online to find health information?

guy stuff
January 15th, 2011
Is so-called male menopause a real condition requiring treatment, or is it a medical myth?

smoke screen
January 1st, 2011
If screening for lung cancer can reduce the risk of death, why is the test so controversial?

food folly
December 18th, 2010
Why is that nutrition labels on food packaging can’t just tell you
whether or not the product is healthy?

craving chinese
December 4th, 2010
Could there really be something about Chinese food that keeps Chinese women healthier for longer?

deep sleep
November 20th, 2010
A recent study claims sleeping pills can increase the risk of premature death but fails to show the reasons why

good times
November 6th, 2010
Baby boomers have discovered that with age comes wisdom — and perhaps
a better shot at happiness too

life saver
October 23rd, 2010
A new study shows regular mammograms can reduce the risk of dying
from breast cancer but it also raises some questions

calcium overkill
September 25th, 2010
A new report into calcium intake shows that baby boomers may be getting
too much of a good thing

meat matters
August 14th, 2010
Some would have you believe that eating meat is the root of all health evils —
but it simply isn’t true

drink dangers
July 3rd, 2010
The risk of benign breast disease offers one more reason why young women
shouldn’t drink as much as they do

ppi panic
June 5th, 2010
If you suffer from acid reflux, don’t let sensational news stories scare
you into throwing out your medication

beating bugs
May 2nd, 2010
Antibacterial products are everywhere, but do we really need them -
and are they doing more harm than good?

smart sip?
April 24th, 2010
The news that wine may help women keep their weight down
should be taken with a big grain of salt...

healthy brew
April 10th, 2010
Despite its bad rap, studies are finding that a daily coffee fix
can actually be good for you...

real risks
March 13th, 2010
A new study on hormone replacement therapy may have more
women thinking twice about the drug...

teen troubles
February 27th, 2010
The kids are not alright, according to an alarming new study
into the health of Canadian teenagers...

screening storm
January 23rd, 2010
New U.S. guidelines for mammograms have left women confused about
the value — and risks — of screening...

working age
January 9th, 2010
If you need a good reason to stop working, here’s one — the earlier
you retire, the healthier you’ll be...

future imperfect
December 26th, 2009
For any poor lifestyle choices you make today, you can count on
paying a significant price later...

daily dose
December 12th, 2009
If your taking ASA every day to prevent a heart attack, be warned that this drug could do more harm than good...

smoke alarm
November 28th, 2009
Smoking in public can seriously jeopardize the health of smokers and
non-smokers alike...

big shots
November 14th, 2009
Vaccinations are created simply to protect your health yet they stir up
an incredible amount of controversy...

positive tactics
October 31th, 2009
What you teach your children will not only do them a world of good, but benefit your future grandchildren too...

food for life
October 17th, 2009
Stay healthier and live longer by eating, drinking and being merry-
the Mediterranean way...

tough test
October 3rd, 2009
To screen or not to screen? After much study into the value of PSA testing, there's still no clear-cut answer...