Across the country, many patients are being quietly removed from their doctor’s roster due to inactivity, clinic policy changes, or physician shortages. The worst part? Most don’t find out until they need care—by which point, finding a new doctor can take months or even years.
For decades, cardiovascular disease was seen as something that primarily affected older adults. Now, new data is showing a disturbing trend—more younger Canadians are being diagnosed with high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and early signs of heart disease.
In Canada, nearly 600,000 people are living with dementia, and that number is expected to rise dramatically in the coming years. But here’s the good news: your diet can play a significant role in protecting your brain and keeping your memory sharp. The choices you make at the grocery store today could help prevent memory loss down the road.
2025 is here, and with it comes new health concerns, evolving medical advancements, and an overburdened healthcare system. But are you making the most out of your doctor’s visits? Many Canadians aren’t asking the right questions—questions that could change the way they manage their health.
Did you know that chronic sleep deprivation increases your risk of heart disease by 48%. Yet, millions of Canadians sacrifice sleep every night
Every year, over 62,000 Canadians suffer a stroke, making it one of the leading causes of death and disability in the country.
In a country that prides itself on universal healthcare, the family doctor shortage feels like a broken promise. Healthcare is supposed to be accessible to all—but for millions of Canadians, it’s not. Instead, navigating the system feels like a battle: stressful, exhausting, and often fruitless.
Shopping malls, enclosed spaces, and shared surfaces create the perfect environment for viruses to spread—and they don’t discriminate.
While we’re enjoying our festive meals, our hearts are quietly working overtime to keep up. For older adults or those with high blood pressure, cholesterol, or diabetes, the holidays can transform from a season of joy into a silent health crisis.
Every 3 seconds, someone in the world develops dementia. The thought of losing memories, independence, and control over one’s life is a fear many Canadians share, especially as they age. But the good news? Dementia isn’t always inevitable. While some factors, like age and genetics, are out of your control, research shows there are steps you can take today to reduce your risk.
Let’s dive into what science says about preventing dementia—and how small actions can make a big difference.
