Conditions

Heart Health - Part 1 Heart disease is the leading killer of Canadians. There are some risk factors you can't change, such as family history, age, and race. However, there are many important risk factors that you can work on: high blood pressure, high cholesterol, smoking, and a sedentary lifestyle. Whatever your age, you can work towards a healthier heart.
Save a Life with CPR Could you save a life with CPR - Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation? November is CPR Awareness Month and the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada is calling on Canadians to learn the necessary skills to save a life.
Mothers helping in the fight to beat osteoporosis Bone mass is critical for maintaining body strength and for mobility. For people with osteoporosis, the loss of bone mass can lead to broken bones, disability and death. Persons with the disease can have bones so brittle and full of holes that even sneezing causes them to break.
Diabetes: Preventable, Manageable There is an epidemic of diabetes throughout the western world. That most alarming statement, however, is balanced by a piece of very good news. Unlike other epidemics, this one is controllable - and prevention is within our grasp. All it takes is attention to exercise and diet, and a vigilant attitude towards maintaining a healthy weight and lifestyle.
Taking the bite out of Hallowe’en Hallowe’en is a treat for children … but it can be nightmare for teeth! All those sugary treats can cause cavities to form. Now is a great time to talk dental care with everyone in your house.
Breast Cancer If you have been diagnosed with cancer or know someone who has, there is hope. With improved screening methods, more sophisticated treatment methods and greater public awareness, breast cancer is being put in its place.
Celiac Disease Celiac Disease is a condition triggered by the ingestion of gluten, a type of protein that is found in wheat, barley, rye and other closely related cereal grains. The gluten causes the inner lining of the small bowel (also known as the small intestine) to be damaged. Celiac Disease is also known as celiac sprue, non-tropical sprue and gluten-sensitive enteropathy.
Lowering your cholesterol through diet and lifestyle
Cholesterol is a type of fat (lipid), found both in the body and in certain foods. It has spent its fair share of time in the news because of its association with heart disease and stroke.
Peptic Ulcer Disease Peptic ulcer disease (also known as PUD) is a very common medical condition - but there are also many common mistaken ideas about it. Find out the facts about peptic ulcers, whether you are at risk for them, self-management techniques you can use, and when you should seek medical attention.
Sexually Transmitted Infections - Part 2 Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) is the new term for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). STIs can lead to infertility, chronic pain, or cancer. In some cases, they can be fatal. Find out the basisc of STIs and how to protect yourself.
Cutting Your Cancer Risk - Part 2 There are many lifestyle factors that increase the risk of cancer. Some main lifestyle risks include smoking, drinking, and obesity, as well as an unhealthy diet, "unsafe" sex, and air pollution. Here are some strategies to help you fight the battle against cancer from these fronts.
Cutting Your Cancer Risk - Part 1 Does reducing the number of cancer deaths around the world by a third sound like a lofty goal? Nine simple lifestyle changes could do just that and have a dramatic impact on cancer's death toll, according to a recent study. Here's what all of us can do to cut the risk and take control of our health.
Eyesight Problems and Solutions - Part 2 Like the rest of your body, your eyes can deteriorate as you get older - but a problem with your eyesight is no small matter. We take a look at some solutions that can help weakening eyesight.
Eye Health - Part 3 We get most of our information about the world from our sense of sight. However, many people overlook eye health as part of their regular health routine. Learn how to protect yourself from the most common causes of blindness and keep your eyes healthy.
Eye Health - Part 2 Diabetes is the leading cause of blindness in people under the age of 65. Learn how to reduce your risk of eye damage due to diabetes.
Eye Health - Part 1 The eye is very delicate, and can be injured easily. Some of the causes may surprise you - here's how to protect yourself.
Stroke Stroke is the third-largest killer of Canadian adults, after heart disease and cancer. It's also the primary cause of physical disabilities and second only to Alzheimer's disease as a cause of mental disability. In Canada, there are about 55,000 strokes a year. Learn how to prevent a stroke, how to tell if you're having a stroke, and what treatment options are available.
Cancer: Coping Tips - Part 1 There's no doubt about it: a cancer diagnosis and your therapy affect you in many ways. But the more you know about cancer, the better you'll be able to understand what's happening to your body and the available treatments.
Colorectal Cancer: Cutting the Risks Although colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer in Canada and takes the lives of more than 8,400 Canadians a year, it is one of the most preventable forms of cancer. Find out how lifestyle choices and regular screening tests can significantly cut the risks of this disease.
Weight Loss - Part 2 If you're worried about your weight, you may be looking for a quick way to shed the pounds. But perhaps you should be thinking about longer-term, more gradual ways to modify your habits.
Weight Loss - Part 1 Obesity is epidemic in our society, and it can have serious health consequences. But unnaturally thin body ideals are a problem too. Where do you fit?
Sexually Transmitted Infections - Part 1 Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) is the new term for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). The rates of many STIs, including HIV/AIDS, are on the rise, especially in people aged 25 and under. But what do you do if you're infected with one? And how can you even tell for sure if you have?
Addictions Close Up - Part 1 What does it mean to have an addiction? How do you know if you or a loved one may be addicted to something? Where can you get help? Find out what addiction experts have to say.
Flu and Cold Develop a battle plan against the flu this year. Know what you will be up against, get the facts on prevention, learn tips for a quick recovery, and find out when it is appropriate to seek further medical attention.
Seasonal Affective Disorder An estimated two to three percent of Canadians suffer from seasonal affective disorder (SAD), a type of depression that seems to be related to the amount of sunlight that you are exposed to. If you have episodes of depression that recur at the same time every year, for more than two years, you may have SAD, and not just the occasional winter blues.
Impaired Glucose Tolerance Approximately two and a quarter million Canadians have diabetes, and almost half don't know they have it. Many people with type 2 diabetes develop a condition called impaired glucose tolerance (IGT) before being diagnosed with diabetes.