Health

Health officials say masks meeting these criteria provide the best protection against COVID-19.

Snoozing is not for losers: A solid night's sleep one of the healthiest things you can do for your body—and...

Concerned about the potential side-effects of prescription anti-anxiety medication? Consider these six herbs and supplements, which can serve as natural...

To ward off everything from simple respiratory illnesses to deadly infectious diseases, this hygiene basic is the key to keeping...

Has work or your home life got you frazzled? Reduce your load and relax with these simple stress-reduction strategies.

Need to know how to perk up eyes that always look tired? Here are some simple fixes to refresh your...

People of any age can make use of the self-care movement's lessons during this pandemic. Here are some starting points.

A fever is usually a good sign; it means your body's defense system is working. But it can also signal...

Face shields can provide COVID-19 protection, but only if you wear them with a face mask. Here's why and what...

Thousands of women are diagnosed with breast cancer every year. Ontario doctor Annette Richard is on a mission to improve...

It's hard to read someone's facial expressions and body language when all you can see is their eyes, but learning...

Find yourself reaching for a drink when you need to relieve stress? Try one of these healthy alcohol alternatives for...

With health practitioners busier than ever, communication is essential to getting the best care.

You know physical distancing is important in the age of COVID-19, but it can make you feel lonely and isolated....

Once known as hypochondriasis or hypochondria, an overwhelming fear of being sick is actually called illness anxiety disorder. Here are...

Here's a look at the causes, treatments, symptoms and ways to prevent anxiety at night.

An estimated 1,150 Canadian men will be diagnosed with testicular cancer in 2020, and around 35 will die from the...

If you're experiencing numbness, tingling and wrist pain from carpal tunnel syndrome, try these easy carpal tunnel exercises for pain...

Boost your self-esteem with these expert-approved confidence lessons.

The health effects of loneliness and isolation are severe for seniors living at home through COVID-19.

Do clowns give you the heebie-jeebies? You’re far from alone—and it turns out there’s a scientific basis for coulrophobia, otherwise...

The change in seasons, specifically from summer to fall, can evoke worry, fear and other negative emotions.

If you’re stressed and experiencing these symptoms, you might be headed towards a nervous breakdown. Here are the signs to...

Flossing is important for your oral health. Here are dentist-recommended ways to floss, plus the pros and cons of each...

Here's how to tell if your hand and wrist numbness and tingling may be due to carpal tunnel syndrome, and...

The virus responsible for infectious mononucleosis (commonly known as mono) affects about 90 per cent of the population worldwide, and...

When it comes to skin conditions like rosacea, psoriasis and eczema, they have some similar symptoms. Here's how to tell...

What it feels like to endure—and recover from—a condition that kills 14,000 Canadians every year.

There is no easy way to work through loss, but historical advice can help mourners chart a healthy path through...