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How to Cope When the World Seems Like a Horrible Place
Between pandemics, natural disasters and acts of terrorism, the world can sometimes seem like a cruel and frightening place. The next time those horrific headlines have you feeling overwhelmed, consider these coping strategies from wellness counsellor Deepak Kashyap.
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Teeth Grinding is On the Rise—Here’s What You Can Do About It
Experts say stress may be behind an uptick in teeth grinding, a behaviour known as bruxism. Find out the best...
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What It’s Like Living With Long COVID
More than two years into the pandemic, some patients’ symptoms aren’t going away. While experts hunt for treatments, some people...
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These Pandemic Pet Adoption Stories Will Warm Your Heart
Over the past year, an unprecedented number of Canadians opened their homes—and their hearts—to new friends. Here are just a...
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This Family Created a Quilt to Preserve Memories of the Pandemic
The story of how one family's quest to document their experience of the pandemic for future generations brought them closer.
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How To Stop Your Glasses From Fogging Up While Wearing a Mask
Five quick fixes for this annoying little pandemic problem.
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5 Ways to Sharpen Your People Skills After a Year In Isolation
As we prepare to see family, friends and neighbours again in a vaccinated world, it's time to dust off our...
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This Mother Couldn’t Work During the Pandemic—Now She Faces Eviction and Owes $17,000 in Rent
Nina Hodder, like many parents living paycheque to paycheque, lost work because of the pandemic. This is the story of...
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Could Protection From COVID Soon Be Available Through a Nasal Spray?
Multiple companies, including Canada's SaNOtize, are developing nasal sprays that could change how we fight the virus. Here’s what you...
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Do You Need to Get a COVID-19 Booster Shot?
Third shots of the COVID-19 vaccine are recommended for some people, but infectious disease specialist Dr. Isaac Bogoch explains why...
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What You Need to Know About the Delta Variant
The Delta variant is now the dominant strain causing COVID-19 illness worldwide. How does it differ from previous incarnations of...
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The Real Reason It’s So Hard to Buy New Home Appliances Right Now
From refrigerators to bikes to lumber, the pandemic has driven demand and interrupted supply chains.
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6 Signs You’re Not Getting Enough Sunlight
Sunlight can impact everything from your mood to your weight, which is why it's so important to get safe exposure.
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12 Easiest Foods to Grow at Home During the Pandemic
Whether you've got a backyard plot or containers on your patio, porch, or apartment balcony, growing your own fresh vegetables...
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Reflections on a Lost Year
When pleasure travel stopped, an inner journey began.
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What You Need to Know About Blood Clots and COVID-19 Vaccines
Concerned about the risk of blood clots associated with the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine? Canadian medical experts shed light on the...
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Antibacterial Soap vs. Regular Soap: Which Should You Be Using?
The worldwide spread of COVID-19 has scores of people reconsidering their everyday cleaning habits. It's tempting to reach for what...
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The COVID-19 Side Effect That Distorts Your Sense of Smell
If pleasant odours now smell like rotting garbage, you could have parosmia—a condition linked to COVID-19. Here's how long it...
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How to Overcome a Fear of Needles
Is a fear of needles standing between you and the COVID-19 vaccine? You're not alone. Here, medical experts share some...
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50 Great Things to Do in Lockdown
Instead of focusing on the (very long) list of what you can't do, here are some productive ways to pass...
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Now That I’ve Got the COVID-19 Vaccine, Can I Visit My Family?
As the COVID-19 vaccine rolls out across Canada, infectious disease specialist Dr. Isaac Bogoch shares tips on how to keep...
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10 Mistakes You’re Making with Antibacterial Wipes
We know you're using lots of them right now, but make sure you're using them right!
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How to Clean Reusable Shopping Bags
Reusable shopping bags are a great way to go green, but they can get filthy fast. Here's everything you need...
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I Tried IKEA’s New Air Purifier—Here’s What It’s Like
The new Förnuftig air purifier tackles indoor air pollution to help you breathe easier.
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10 Simple Secrets to Finding Your Happy Place
From cutting back on social media to helping others, these self-care ideas will help you find your happy place.
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Guide to Antimicrobial Home Hardware and Housewares
A wide range of antimicrobial home hardware and housewares may make the high-touch surfaces in your home safer from bacteria...
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Health Alert: Hand Sanitizer Lasts Hours Less Than You Thought It Did
The germ-killing standby might not be as effective as you thought.
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What You Should Know Before Trying to Cut Your Own Hair
Considering cutting your own hair during the lockdown? These practical tips from a pro barber could save yourself from making...
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How Asian Canadians Are Fighting Racism During the Pandemic
As cases of COVID-19 rose in Canada, so did anti-Asian racism. Here's how community groups are creating space for people...
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What to Do When a Friend Shares a Conspiracy Theory
Some people still believe the coronavirus is a hoax. Here's expert advice on how to judge information and how to...
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12 Ways to Stay Warm While Socializing Outdoors During COVID-19
Patio heaters may be sold out across Canada, but that doesn't mean socially-distanced outdoor visits should leave you in the...