The clock has moved ahead, the season has changed and the first green shoots are poking through the soil. While there might still be snow on the ground, spring has finally arrived in Nova Scotia. But just because it’s looking […]
Scavenger hunts are a great way to get kids of all ages active in the great outdoors – no matter the time of year. Why not plan a fun scavenger hunt for your kiddos and their friends this March Break? […]
Once upon a time, people with health concerns would have consulted their home health manual and then made a doctor’s appointment to follow up on any concerns. But in these times of internet-in-our-pockets and hard-to-access primary care, our first instinct […]
February is Heart Month – a time for Canadians to refresh their knowledge about heart health basics and what to do in a cardiac emergency. For example, did you know that heart attacks and cardiac arrest are different things? Heart […]
Canada’s new guidelines for low-risk drinking have been generating a buzz since they were released last month. The broad strokes are that you should limit your alcohol consumption to two drinks or less per week – a steep drop from […]
How do you recognize a concussion? When does a concussion need medical attention? There’s a good chance you may not know the answers. According to statistics from the Public Health Agency of Canada, fewer than half of Canadians know what […]
At the start of a new year, it’s tempting to focus on all the big things you’d like to change about your life. But if you want new habits or routines to stick beyond February, it’s best to make them […]
Winter weather has arrived, bringing with it the urge to get cosy and indulge in some serious comfort food. The good news in this time of inflation and sky-high food costs is that, in addition to being delicious, stick-to-your-ribs soups […]
With winter now upon us, you may be finding it hard to spend time outside. As temperatures drop, the days grow shorter and the weather gets snowier, it’s tempting to hunker down inside until April. But spending long stretches inside, […]
Halloween celebrations sure can be scary – especially if you consider the amount of waste associated with the holiday. Cheap plastic decorations, mass-produced costumes and candy wrappers can all add up to be one big pile of garbage on November […]
