Introduction Winter is a beautiful season. The snow-covered trees are stunning, and the cold weather makes for some great adventures. But winter can also pose some serious dangers to your …
Introduction The holidays are a time for family, friends, and special memories. But that doesn’t mean there aren’t some risks involved. There are many things you can do to stay …
Diabetes is a condition where the body doesn’t produce enough insulin or the insulin that is produced doesn’t work properly. Insulin is a hormone that helps us to use energy …
Bicycling is a great way to get around, but if you aren’t safe on your bike, it can be dangerous. I have put together ten of the easiest things to …
Summer had just begun and yet it nearly ended for a Hamilton woman on June 23, 2022. While out for a bike ride on one of Hamilton’s beautiful trails, a …
Falls are a fact of life. Even more so when you’re a senior. Falls are the leading cause of injuries for seniors. So, if you haven’t taken care of yourself …
There has seen a steep rise in reported Lyme disease cases in recent years, and as the planet warms, those numbers are expected to continue climbing. With ticks spreading further north each …
Each year in Canada, 60,000 cardiac arrests occur outside of a hospital setting – that’s 1 cardiac arrest every 9 minutes. Nine out of 10 will die without immediate intervention. Doing #CPR …
Before you start packing the van, and before we start the chants of “does anyone need to use the bathroom before we go?” there are a few other considerations we …
When you think about first aid training, you probably think about the basics: Wound care Heart attack Choking Resuscitation But do you think about the training program and the qualifications …
Some of the simplest items in our home can cause great pain. they are truly too hot to handle! Ovens, stovetops, candles and even kettles can be hazardous. Any item …