Health Features

	Eating Disorders Many Canadians suffer from eating disorders. Eating disorders have a major impact on the lives of sufferers and their loved ones. Eating disorders can result in serious health problems. We've put together facts on these disorders, how to recognize them, and how to help someone who might be suffering from one.
	Smoking and Your Teenager Smoking among Ontario teens is at its lowest level since 1977. But 14% of Ontario teenagers in Grades 7 through 12 still say they smoke every day. Find out how to help your teen remain smoke-free without interfering with their need to make their own life decisions.
	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.

Experts

Dr. Susan Biali
Susan Biali, M.D. is a general practitioner and freelance health writer. More >>

Beverly Beuermann-King
Beverly Beuermann-King is a stress and wellness expert with training and education in psychology, sociology, management and adult education. She is the designer and professional facilitator for the Work Smart Live Smart™ workshops and has personally worked with more than 23,000 business leaders, employees, social service workers, and volunteers during the past 13 years. She is also an education consultant to the Canadian Mental Health Association. More >>

Dr. Darren Larsen
Dr. Darren Larsen is a family physician at the Thornhill Medical Centre in Thornhill, Ontario. As well, he is a medical consultant to the Ontario Family Health Network, assisting with marketing and implementation of Family Health Networks and Groups. More >>

Drug Information and Research Centre
The Drug Information and Research Centre (DIRC) is Canada's largest drug information centre. The DIRC is staffed by a team of pharmacists who have expertise in providing drug information to the public and health care professionals. DIRC is known for the high quality of its many services relating to drug information provision, medical writing, and research project More >>

Government & Non-profit Health Services for Children 

• Children's Health Programs
• Ontario Drug Benefits
• Ontario Health Insurance (OHIP) 
• Telehealth

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