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- Chronic disease a constant problem
March 08, 2012
While recent polls suggest many Canadians are satisfied with the quality of their health care, a new study indicates individuals with chronic diseases may not be taking optimal care of their conditions.
- Health organizations advise Canadians to prioritize their hearts
February 13, 2012
In light of February being Heart Month in Canada, the Heart and Stroke Foundation is calling on Canadians to take more proactive measures that will help protect them from cardiovascular-related diseases.
- Survey: More Canadians getting screened for cancer
February 03, 2012
February 4 marks World Cancer Day, an occasion that brings greater awareness to one of the most serious health risks that faces virtually every person on the earth. According to a recent survey, however, these initiatives have also led to more people taking preventive action.
- Canadians fearful of long-term stroke effects
January 27, 2012
Because the health impacts can be significant, a sizable proportion of Canadians believe they would be worse off surviving a stroke than to die from one.
- Researchers say Canadians can help end Alzheimer's disease
January 24, 2012
In recognition of January being Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month, a mental health organization has called on Canadians to take action to help further doctors' knowledge about the brain disorder.
- Winter activities lead to thousands of hospitalisations
January 20, 2012
While winter weather makes for great recreational activity among outdoor enthusiasts, the excursions aren't without a considerable number of bumps and bruises.
- National Non-Smoking Week kicks off in Canada
January 16, 2012
Health officials are hoping 2012 will be the year smokers finally decide to stop lighting up and kick their habit for good.
- Treatment for depression yields greater productivity
January 12, 2012
A new report suggests that treatment can a make a world of difference for individuals who suffer from depression, particularly as it relates to how they perform while at work.
- Delayed diagnoses pose problems for Alzheimer's sufferers
January 05, 2012
A new survey indicates that a considerable number of people may be putting off the medical care they need to treat Alzheimer's disease due to mistakenly attributing their symptoms to old age.
- Vision loss most feared diabetes complication
December 28, 2011
A new survey of Canadians who suffer from diabetes is providing details on what their most common fears are about the health complications that can result.
- Reforms in health care needed to accommodate boomers
December 08, 2011
A new report indicates that in order to provide for the millions of people in Canada who will turn 65 this year, the country's health care system must adapt to meet their needs.
- Health recommendations that add years to life
October 24, 2011
By implementing health prevention strategies, Canadians can add 10 years or more to their life, a well-established cardiologist asserted recently.
- Organizations call for action regarding cancer care
October 20, 2011
Several non-governmental organizations and cancer awareness groups are calling on lawmakers to help make gaining access to life-saving medications more affordable.
- Caring for parents and children strains families
October 10, 2011
A considerable number of Canadians who provide for their children as well as their own parents say they are worried about how elder care will affect their own health down the road.
- Most people won't move after leaving workforce
October 06, 2011
While retirement often affords seniors with the ability to move, most Canadians plan on spending their latter years in Canada while others plan to move for heath or other reasons, a new poll reveals.
- Thanksgiving Day safety tips
October 05, 2011
With Thanksgiving less than a week away, Health Canada is reminding consumers about what steps they can take to make sure their turkey day is as safe as possible.
- Small strokes increase risk of dementia
October 05, 2011
A considerable number of healthy Canadians have had silent strokes that have gone undetected, increasing their risk of dementia, a Toronto researcher alleges.
- Many parents unfamiliar with mental illnesses
October 03, 2011
A new survey indicates that while a majority of Canadians are concerned about their children's mental health, many are unfamiliar with early warning signs that may indicate there's an issue.
- New health warnings for tobacco packages
September 28, 2011
The Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada is applauding the federal government after officials recently decided tobacco packages will be affixed with new warning symbols.
- Cost deemed "barrier" to psychological care
September 27, 2011
A new survey is indicating that many Canadians would not be able to receive psychological-related services if their health care plans didn't provide for it.
- Bladder cancer awareness walk held September 24
September 26, 2011
For the first time in Manitoba's history, a bladder cancer awareness walk was held this past weekend.
- Canadian parents putting exercise on back burner
September 23, 2011
While health officials say regular exercise should be made a priority, a considerable number of parents with kids don't consider physical activity to be a primary concern.
- Canadians' engagement with health care ranks average
September 22, 2011
When it comes to how involved patients are in the maintenance of their health and well-being, Canadians are in the middle of the pack, a new study reveals.
- Ninety per cent say vaccines improve health
September 22, 2011
An overwhelming majority of Canadians support the idea of investing in vaccines and medicine, saying that doing so helps improve health outcomes and the health care system overall.
- September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month
September 19, 2011
With September being Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, the Canadian Cancer Society is alerting women about its prevalence and what they can do to counteract it.
- Smoking rate drops to 17 per cent
September 09, 2011
There's positive news to report in Canadians' battle against smoking-related diseases. According to a new poll, the rate of cigarette smoking across the country has reached an all-time low.
- Canadians demand health care reform
August 12, 2011
A new report indicates that Canadians not only feel reforming the country's health care system is not just necessary but a "moral imperative."
- Link found between quitting smoking and depression
August 03, 2011
A new study is explaining why people who quit smoking often report feeling depressed in the days afterward.
- Ontario to pay for smoking cessation medication
August 01, 2011
Ontarians finding it difficult to kick their nicotine habit may have another avenue to pursue after legislators decided they would provide funding for smoking cessation medications through the Ontario Drug Benefit Plan, available under government health insurance.
- Ontario's cancer institute given more than $400 million for research
July 27, 2011
Finding a cure for cancer may be closer to being realized, as a recent grant was awarded to the Ontario Institute for Cancer Research.
- Alzheimer's disease a top health concern worldwide
July 21, 2011
A new study is revealing that even mild signs of memory loss are enough for people to utilize the services offered to them under their health insurance coverage and go to see a doctor.
- Lung Cancer Canada says every patient should be getting protein test
July 18, 2011
Canadians with lung cancer may not be receiving a test that can help doctors determine the best course of treatment.
- Doctors' reliance on electronic medical records a good thing, research concludes
July 14, 2011
Technology has advanced a vast number of industries and services over the years, and no exception to that rule is how it's improved patient care, a new report suggests.
- Study: Absences more common with mental health than physical
July 01, 2011
Due to health complications, employees may sometimes have to take a leave of absence from work, and a new study is revealing that repeated leaves of absences tend to occur more hastily when they're related to mental health.
- More vacation time needed to ensure healthy workers
June 22, 2011
As vacation season gets into gear, a new survey from Quebec shows that the amount of time travellers will be away likely won't be enough for them to feel fully refreshed.
- Bike ride set to raise $1 million for palliative care
June 21, 2011
A volunteer organization appears to be on the cusp of reaching its $1 million fundraising goal to go toward for palliative care in Canada with a bike ride later this month in Mississauga.
- Report: Self-injury among Canadians creating high healthcare costs
June 09, 2011
Some alarming statistics have been released regarding the extent to which mental health disorders are affecting Canadians and raising the costs for provincial health insurance.
- World Conference on Breast Cancer convenes in Ontario
June 08, 2011
Health insurance professionals, medical experts and cancer survivors will all be on hand as the sixth annual World Conference on Breast Cancer launches in Hamilton, Ontario.
- Survey: Canadians are eating fish but not enough of it
June 06, 2011
A new survey is finding that Canadians are contributing to the fishing industry by consuming more seafood, but they're not eating enough if they want to reap its health benefits.
- Michael Phelps will compete in Quebec as Swim Week nears
June 03, 2011
With Swim Week nearly three weeks away, pool enthusiasts may be pleased to know that American Michael Phelps will be competing again in the Canada Cup at the Olympic Park athletic centre.
- Ontario Lung Association calls for banning "habit" from the smoking lexicon
May 26, 2011
The Ontario Lung Association has grown tired of hearing the word "habit" associated with smoking. As a result, it's calling on Ontario residents to stop using the phrase, as it suggests people are choosing to smoke as opposed to feeling compelled to do so.
- Few Toronto youth getting the recommended amount of exercise
May 25, 2011
The results are in on the amount of exercise Torontonians are getting and the news isn't good.
- Canadians living the good life
May 24, 2011
A new study suggests that among all the countries, Canada is one of the best places to live in.
- Cancer diagnoses, deaths on the decline in British Columbia
May 20, 2011
British Columbia received a little bit of good news recently when it comes to cancer prevention.
Contributing writers
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