Health Insight
Managing Illnesses
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When It Comes to Vision Health, Can You See Your Treatment Options?
Advocacy organizations advise that patient education and empowerment are key to healthy ageing, particularly when it comes to vision health.
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Do You Have Sight of Your Vision Health?
Dr. Michael Dennis, President of the Canadian Association of Optometrists, explains why eye exams are critical for preventing or treating vision loss.
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Ask the Expert: What’s Dry Eye Disease?
We spoke with eyeLABS Optometry's Dr. Richard Maharaj about dry eye disease, what it is, and how your eye care team can help treat it.
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The Diabetes and Vision Connection
If you live with diabetes, keeping your eyes healthy is vital. Here’s the scoop on what you should know and what you can do.
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Demystifying Diabetes in Canada
We spoke with the Director of Federal Affairs at Diabetes Canada, Kimberley Hanson, about the need for a strong, national diabetes strategy in Canada.
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A Unique, Fitness-Focused Approach to Heart Health
The Reh-Fit Centre, Canada's premier cardiac rehabilitation and "prehabilitation" institution, improves its community's health while literally saving lives.
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Exercise: The Key to Heart Health at Any Age
Exercising regularly is a key strategy in preventing heart disease. Starting might seem daunting, but it can be easy to do with these four simple steps!
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All SMA Patients Need New Treatment Access
There's only spinal muscular atrophy treatment available, but not every patient has access. It's time we take a look at Canadian rare disease policy.
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A Simpler Way to Help Prevent IBD Flares
Preventing flare-ups and inflammation in IBD patients is easier than ever thanks to the minimally invasive fecal calprotectin test.
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How Charity Lives Her Best Life with MS — No Needles Required
Charity Schedlosky was just 27-years old when she was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. Fortunately, she found hope through oral treatment.