Health
Canadians are most concerned about having sufficient income and leading a healthy lifestyle in retirement, according to latest Russell Financial Health Index
It appears that Canadians have been paying close attention to Europe over the past few months. Not particularly as a potential summer vacation destination, but as a catalyst for market volatility. Investor uncertainty has stemmed from the potential impact of Greece’s debt situation on the global economy. “According to the Russell Financial Health Index... »
Don’t Scream Over Ice Cream
The Ontario Dental Association (ODA) wants to protect your sensitive teeth this summer. Ice cream headaches and tooth pain from cold treats can put a chill on summer fun. “An ice cream headache, though momentarily painful, is a harmless condition that lasts about 30 seconds to a minute, ” says Dr. Lynn Tomkins, President... »
Female, Fortyish, Fit and Feeling Fantastic? If not, why not?
There are those who move into different phases of their life with vim and vigour. And then there are many of us who are more than aware of the aging process and all its telltale signs. Not just the physical evidences such as stiffness and aches, tight waistbands, and furrowed faces, but the emotional... »
Head of Global Fund to deliver pre-G8 and G20 message on HIV and human rights in Toronto
The Canadian HIV/AIDS Legal Network is welcoming to Canada one of world’s foremost leaders in the fight against AIDS, Dr. Michel Kazatchkine, Executive Director of the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria. Although speaking to audiences and media at two events on Friday, June 11, Dr. Kazatchkine is aiming a message to... »
New campaign highlighting the devastating impact of Alzheimer’s disease
The Alzheimer Society is launching a new campaign in an effort to raise awareness about the soul wrenching realities of Alzheimer’s disease, and the Society’s efforts to fund research towards a cure. Created by the Leo Burnett agency on a pro-bono basis, the ‘Forget Everything You Knew’ campaign is meant to correct common misconceptions... »
Is the High Cost of Medical School Bad for the Health of Canadians?
The high cost of medical education in Canada may have a negative impact on medical student diversity and the health of Canadians, according to an article to be published by the journal Medical Education on May 25, 2010. “Medical student diversity is very important for health human resources planning and for the Canadian health... »