Summer Food Safety

Now that summer is here, and picnics, summer camp lunches and barbeques are being enjoyed across the country, Health Canada is reminding us of four simple steps that we can take to protect ourselves from food-borne illnesses. More...

Blood Pressure: Home Monitoring

When it comes to managing hypertension, nothing beats a home blood pressure monitor, not even having the doctor check it for you. More...

Vinegar and Weight Loss

Can vinegar really help you lose weight? Dr. Susan Biali has checked out the latest research and has some sweet news on a bitter subject. More...

For Seniors: Yoga Prevents Falls

Some people engage in yoga to find inner peace. Now, researchers say it could provide a far more practical benefit to elderly women.  More...

Deep Relaxation

A proven stress-management approach could do wonders for your blood pressure. A new study shows that just a few minutes of daily deep relaxation helped to significantly lower blood pressure in the elderly.  More...

Colin's Colonscopy

The colonoscopy is near the top of dreaded medical procedures. But, it saves lives. When 53 year old Colin Kennedy of Vancouver finally got over his embarrassment, he came away wondering what the fuss was all about.    More...