Health Insight
Managing Illnesses
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Food Allergies — They’re Not a Choice
Over 2 million Canadians live with food allergies. They're a serious medical condition that needs to be viewed as a public health priority.
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Top 10 Allergy-Free Activities for Kids and Parents
Life as an allergy mom can be pretty lonely. After our precious child is diagnosed with a life-threatening allergy to an everyday food, it can take a while to adjust. And as we navigate these new (and often) scary waters, it may start to feel as though we’ve lost our tribe. We feel guilty as...
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Allergies Abound: What Are Anaphylaxis and Adverse Reactions?
The Canadian Society of Allergy and Clinical Immunology wants to improve the standards of teaching and practice of allergy and clinical immunology.
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Celiac Disease, Wheat Allergy… What’s the Difference?
While symptoms can overlap, celiac disease and wheat allergy are two distinct disorders. Learn the key differences from Dr. Mohsin Rashid.
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Food Allergens: Labels and Healthy Substitutes
Confused by food product allergen labels? Welcome to the club. Canadian manufacturers may say “may contain,” but did you know they're not required to?
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Erectile Dysfunction Doesn’t Have to Be a Downer
If you’re a male who hasn’t experienced erectile dysfunction, you might be an exception. You don't need to be ashamed of ED — or to suffer with it.
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Still Can’t Hear With Hearing Aids? Here’s Why
People with hearing loss can benefit from hearing aids, but these two common problems with the hearing aids themselves might be causing problems.
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Know the Signs of Hearing Loss at All Ages
Audiologists identify, and teach you how to manage, hearing loss. Know your and your family’s hearing health — see an audiologist for a hearing test.
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Living With Hearing Loss? The CHHA Is Here for You!
The Canadian Hard of Hearing Association is a leading organization that represents and supports Canadians living with hearing loss and their families.
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Why Canada Needs a National Diabetes Strategy
One in three Canadians are affected by diabetes. Learn what Diabetes Canada has planned to fight the epidemic, and why a collaborative approach is crucial.