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Back to SearchHow can I watch a solar eclipse and protect my eyes?
A once-in-a-lifetime solar eclipse is right on the horizon, but don't forget to protect your eyes. Ophthalmologist Dr. Yi Ning Strube explains how st…
1 year, 11 months ago
What do I need to know about recreational nicotine products?
Anecdotally, nicotine pouches are becoming more popular with young people in Canada — despite the potentially harmful health effects. Dr. Nicholas Ch…
1 year, 11 months ago
Why should I stretch regularly?
Evidence shows there are health benefits to stretching as its own physical activity, not just before or after a workout. Human kinetics and recreatio…
1 year, 11 months ago
What’s the connection between stress and my health and well-being?
We all face stresses in our lives, from getting stuck in traffic to arguing with our partner to losing a loved one. What is all that stress doing to …
2 years ago
A guided exercise in box breathing
Box breathing is a way of focusing on sensations by breathing in a particular way, says Dr. Zindel Segal, distinguished professor of psychology and m…
2 years ago
What do I need to know about cardiac arrest?
If someone near you goes into cardiac arrest, your quick actions could help save their life. Dr. Roopinder Sandhu, professor in cardiac sciences at t…
2 years ago
How can I protect myself and my kids from measles?
Measles cases are on the rise around the world — including countries with ready access to vaccines. Here in Canada, several cases have been reported,…
2 years ago
What happens to my memory as I age?
Most of us assume that our memories get worse as we grow older, but it's not as simple as that. Natasha Rajah, a TMU psychology professor who conduct…
2 years ago
What do I need to know about sleep apnea?
Sleep apnea is a medical condition in which breathing stops and restarts many times during sleep. Despite being a fairly common condition, an estimat…
2 years, 1 month ago
Dopamine fasting: What should I know?
Dopamine is often associated with helping us feel pleasure, though its role in the body is far more complex. The neurotransmitter is essential for me…
2 years, 1 month ago