Every year, the flu enters schools, workplaces, and households. And every year, the same flu shot myths pop up again. These misconceptions stop many people from getting vaccinated, leaving themselves and others at risk. Let’s set the record straight by debunking flu vaccine myths and explaining why the flu vaccine…
Back-to-school season is always exciting, but it’s also the perfect time to focus on Back to School Health. Children are reuniting with friends, adjusting to new routines, and parents are managing the hectic schedule that goes with it.
However, along with the excitement comes something less than welcome—germs. Classrooms, school…
Canada’s summers are a welcome reprieve after harsh winter months. However, they also mean longer days and prolonged sun exposure you cannot face without sunscreen. The beach is not the only place where you should slather on some sunblock.
It takes just 15 minutes for ultraviolet (UV) rays to damage…
Bug repellent is the last thing you need to run out of during summer in Canada. Blackflies, ticks, mosquitoes—the list of pests swarming in sweltering heat goes on. We aren't talking about a few bug bites or the occasional discomfort. Many of these pests, such as deer ticks1, carry deadly…
