With more than 42,000 kids in Nova Scotia overweight or obese and 33% of kids in the province unable to afford organized sport or recreational programs, it’s key to provide fun and simple ways to get kids moving. Back in 2004, Doctors […]
Although running outside in the winter can be invigorating and satisfying, there are times when the conditions make it too challenging or dangerous to enjoy. But don’t pack away your sneakers just yet. The treadmill is an alternative that doesn’t […]
On the heels of the annual Bell Let’s Talk campaign, there’s been a lot of discussion about raising awareness of mental illness. Awareness campaigns may have achieved some positive gains, but they can also fan the flames of misunderstanding, especially […]
Pop culture often portrays drug addiction as a personal moral failure rather than a medical illness. News stories use words like “epidemic” and “crisis” to describe – and sensationalize – opioid statistics. People who use opioids are inappropriately labelled “addicts” […]
Canada’s Food Guide has been kicking around – in one form or another – for more than 75 years. You’ve probably got an old one stuffed inside your kitchen junk drawer or posted on your fridge, behind layers of take-out […]
It’s hard not to greet January 1st with a long list of things that you’ll do differently this year – from spending less time watching Netflix, to being nicer to your weird cousin, to finally getting around to losing that […]
We’ve all heard the expression “weekend warriors.” It refers to people who do little exercise during the week but then take part in sports or other intense physical activities on the weekend. It’s wound into the idea that our bodies […]
During the holidays, there are often more demands on your time and energy – no matter your family or your faith traditions. There are special events, loved ones to visit, busy stores and roads, weather delays, and more. With so […]
The mighty pumpkin – some varieties are known to grow over 1,000 kilograms – is often relegated to Halloween décor and Thanksgiving pie. It has many other uses, however. Here are five to try this fall. 1. It’s what’s for […]
Vaccines play a critical role in protecting us from preventable diseases. But not all vaccinations are a one-shot deal; many must follow a vaccine schedule and require multiple doses at specific ages and stages of life. The Nova Scotia Department […]
