Health

The 3-minute yoga routine that can lower your blood sugar and stress levels

A little can do a lot.

Lyme disease and its main symptoms

Lyme disease, caused by the bacterium Borrelia, typically infects humans through the bite of a tick carrying the bacteria. Pediatrician Daryna Vlasenko provides insights into the disease and its main symptoms. Ticks and Lyme disease Ticks are less likely to transmit Lyme disease if removed within 24 hours of attachment. The risk of infection increa...

Eating breakfast at this time could reduce heart disease risk

A French study suggests that eating breakfast and supper an hour earlier may reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke. This research emphasizes the importance of meal timing for cardiovascular health, according to The Telegraph. The study found that having breakfast at 8 am instead of 9 am decreases the risk of developing cardiovascular disease by...

New report criticizes B.C. government funding for medications

A new report calls out the B.C. government for falling behind other provinces when it comes to covering several medications, including for rare conditions. Kylie Stanton has the details and the story of a grandmother who pays out of pocket for her granddaughter's meds.

This diet can help you manage your irritable bowel syndrome

Up to 25% of the world's adult population suffers from various symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome and digestive disorders. This treatment method could help them.

How My Locs Journey Taught Me To Treat My Hair (And Myself) Better

As a little Dominican girl, I envied long, flowing hair — my mother’s and aunt’s beautiful soft wavy hair as well as my sister’s thick curls. I had kinkier, tighter coils that I wished were more manageable to untangle and style. At 9, I got my first relaxer for school pictures. As the white creamy mixture sat atop my virgin hair, the tingling sensation of my scalp signified the end of my childhood with kinky hair and the beginning of my life’s...

I spent almost three years trying to find out what was causing my pain

It now takes almost 9 years to get diagnosed.

Sharing Our Stories: Echinacea, Boneset & Yarrow / Katsistohkóntha', Tekastien'tahnhontéhrha' Tánon' Aró:sen Aotáhson

Echinacea, boneset and yarrow are powerful medicinal perennial plants, indigenous to our land. Echinacea has pink flowers and looks beautiful in your garden. You can make tea with the flowers and leaves for your immune system. However, it is the roots that are most powerful as an immune booster. Echinacea roots act as a spark plug to stimulate your...

How can your kindergartener teach you healthy habits?

Nearly 2,000 pre-schoolers across 74 different classrooms were part of this study.

The benefits of boxing aren't just physical, this boxer says

Windsor's Jarelyn Castillo, 17, started boxing to lose lockdown weight. Now she's on Team Canada. Her coaches at Border City Boxing Club, Andre Gorges and Josh Canty, say she has potential for more.

Tick season is here. Here's how to protect your pets

Spring is here signalling the start of tick season. Tick bites can be dangerous not only for cats and dogs, but for you. CBC’s Tara McCarthy spoke with veterinarian Dr. Navjot Gosal about how to stay safe from bites.

It's the first drug shown to slow Alzheimer's. Why is is it off to a slow start?

The first drug shown to slow Alzheimer’s disease hit the U.S. market over a year ago, but sales have lagged, major hospital systems have taken months to start using it and some insurers have rejected coverage. Doctors also expect some patients will hesitate to take Leqembi due to its limited impact and potential side effects. They say it will take ...

Recipe for good mood: Stress disappears, resilience increases

Even minor disappointments can disrupt plans, make you irritable and unhappy, and even lead to apathy. However, there is a recipe for a good mood, according to nutritionist Vira Kurin. According to the expert, a great recipe for a good mood is a salad with avocado, walnuts, and nectarines. The good mood will come from nectarine, which has truly won...

Pearl barley porridge and its benefits: Dietitian's explanation

Maintaining a balance of vitamins and minerals is crucial for overall health, and one excellent source of these elements is pearl barley. Due to its high content of beneficial substances, including protein and fiber, porridge made of it is often referred to as the "porridge of youth," according to dietitian Svitlana Fus. Pearl barley benefits Accor...

P.E.I. government siding with businesses in sick note decision, ER doctor says

After advocating for the legislation, Dr. Kay Dingwell, an ER physician in Summerside, says she's not surprised PC MLAs voted down a bill Wednesday that would have eliminated the requirement for sick workers to get doctors' notes. But as she tells CBC News: Compass host Louise Martin, she hasn't given up on getting rid of the policy that she says puts an uneeded strain on the health-care system.

Is economic growth good for our health?

Is economic growth good for us? Put another way, we know that growing the economy is good for business and for creating jobs. But does it help everyone in society? One way to answer this question is to explore what it does for population health. Our health is one of the most important aspects of our lives, considering how it affects our everyday comfort and ability to survive. Given how wealth contributes to health on the personal, individual...

10 most health-beneficial fruits to include in your diet

Most fruits are definitely a tasty and healthy snack for everyone. But if you're looking for the utmost nutritional benefits, you might be curious about the healthiest fruits to include in your diet. Here's a list of the most health-beneficial fruits you can make a salad with, add to oatmeal, or top pancakes, according to Prevention. Apples With sk...

Three crucial factors children need to grow tall (and it's not just a good diet)

And they're all free.

Contentious day centre, supervised injection site opens in Montreal neighbourhood

A controversial safe injection site and transitional housing project in Montreal's Saint-Henri neighbourhood officially opened its doors on Monday. As Global's Brayden Jagger Haines reports, despite increased security measures, some parents and residents remain on edge.

Sleep deprivation benefited our ancestors, yet harms us now — but staying fit may help us cope

Humans need less sleep than our closest evolutionary relatives. However, we often sleep less than we need. Needing less sleep is a consequence of our ancestors’ choices to remain awake longer — a behaviour that led to evolutionary benefits. Sleeping less than we need is the result of our modern-day choices to remain awake longer, but in this case the behaviour is detrimental to our health and well-being. Our research, however, finds that fitness...

How many litres of water should you drink a day and does tea count?

Drink up!

Preparing for wildfire season: Ways to protect the most vulnerable

CBC health columnist Dr. Melissa Lem weighs in on preventative measures to protect ourselves and those we love during wildfire season.

I felt hopeful after my GP referred me. Four years on, I'm still waiting to be seen

It has always felt like an uphill battle to be properly seen and heard.

Why do fewer bisexual people have employer drug coverage?

Earlier this year, Statistics Canada released a report on gaps in prescription drug coverage in Canada. Eighty per cent of Canadians have some degree of drug coverage through the thousands of private, public, association, or employer-sponsored insurance plans in the country, but inequalities exist in the level and quality of that coverage. Among th...

My 27 Tattoos Have Helped Me Reclaim My Chronic Pain

My life involves two kinds of needles. The first one is found at hospitals or doctor offices, a syringe that is used to test my blood, on the continuous quest to find out why my bones always ache and my body falls asleep in the middle of the day. According to the nurses who draw my blood on a monthly basis, my veins are notoriously hard to find. My body doesn’t want to comply with the syringes, and bruises flower in my elbow creases as they try...

The impact of not having a family doctor: Patients are worse off, and so is the health system

About 6.5 million Canadians — roughly one in six — do not have access to primary medical care. It’s a problem that puts their health at greater risk and renders the entire public health-care system less efficient than it could be, both economically and in terms of the quality of care for everyone. In other words, if we can fix the shortage of family physicians, we can save lives and money at the same time. Shortage of family physicians Many...

Two cups of espresso could help ward of Alzheimer's - study

Italian scientists: Coffee could avert accumulation of tau proteins and guard against Alzheimer's disease.

Six main causes of dementia and how to prevent them

New study reveals six lifestyle factors responsible for 75% of dementia cases.

Doctors urge caution when giving children melatonin

Some Canadian doctors are urging caution as a new study shows more teens and kids are taking melatonin to help them sleep. Many are using it long-term, but there is limited research on its safety for adolescents.

Infrared fitness: Feel the heat of summer with added health benefits

Victoria Fenn Alvarado tries out Infrared Fitness to discover the benefits electromagnetic radiation can offer to your workout and your health.

Maple syrup is a classic Canadian treat, but is it good for you?

It is a game-changer on pancakes, and it glistens on fresh fruit. But are we doing ourselves a disservice by consuming it? Is this classic Canadian treat, or liquid gold, as we call it, actually healthy? The Weather Network's Rachel Schoutsen asked the experts.

Olympic champion Suni Lee back in form after debilitating kidney ailment

Olympic gymnastics all-around champion Suni Lee revealed that at the height of dealing with a kidney disease last year, she questioned whether a return to top form was even possible. “My motivation started to fall,” Lee said this week at the Team USA media summit. “I could not bend my legs the slightest, I couldn’t squeeze my fingers, my face was s...

New study identifies several surprising benefits of moss

This may inspire you to look at moss in a whole new way.

The 10 biggest sleep myths you thought were true

Yes, It’s Possible To Have Relaxed Hair That’s Strong — I’m Proof

I couldn’t tell you what my natural hair looks like, even if I tried (I imagine it would be coily and tight, coarse and thick). And I couldn’t tell you how to even begin to manage my natural hair, even if I tried. It’s because I have no memory of it — I can’t remember what my hair looked like before the age of seven, when my mother started taking me with her to our neighborhood salon in Brooklyn to get our strands relaxed. As a child, my hair...

Kentucky governor announces lottery to award initial round of medical cannabis business licenses

FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — Kentucky will use a lottery system to award an initial round of licenses to businesses competing to participate in the state's startup medical cannabis program, Gov. Andy Beshear announced Thursday. The governor called it a fair way to give each applicant that clears the screening process an opportunity to land a license for t...

With 'functional' beverages, brands rush to quench a thirst for drinks that do more than taste good

Supermarket beverage aisles are starting to look a lot more like a pharmacy. There are sodas made with mushrooms that supposedly improve mental clarity and juices packed with bacteria that claim to enhance digestive health. Water infused with collagen carries the promise of better skin, and energy drinks offer to help burn body fat. Welcome to the ...

Which color of pepper is healthiest?

It turns out that each color of pepper has its own advantages.

What causes post-infection coughs in adults?

If you've been sick, thought you had recovered, but still have a nagging cough that doesn't go away - you're definitely not alone. The Canadian Medical Association Journal is tackling the subject. Global BC medical contributor Dr. Birinder Narang explains what causes this cough and if it's contagious if you don't have any other symptoms.

Research reveals ideal number of steps per day

It is widely believed that the journey to a healthy and long life begins with taking 10,000 steps every day. For those leading a sedentary lifestyle, this target may seem like a challenging goal that requires some effort. However, in reality, the number of steps needed can vary for different groups, writes The Lancet. Researchers analyzed data from...

Bad habits and how to break them

Bad habits can be anything from biting your nails to procrastinating. Clinical psychologist Monica Vermani joins Jennifer Palma on Global News Morning Weekend with more on how to break free from bad habits.

Spring cleaning dilemma: How much disinfecting is too much?

Spring cleaning is a time when people tackle tasks around the house they may not typically get to, whether clearing out the garage or finally organizing that messy junk drawer.

A new drought-resistant mosquito carries West Nile virus into Alberta

A local expert says don’t expect a drought to save us from mosquitoes this year. A drought-resistant variety that carries the West Nile virus has appeared in Alberta and it strikes earlier in the year than most. Doug Vaessen reports.

Moms Stop the Harm co-founder says safe supply has become harder to promote

Leslie McBain, a co-founder of Moms Stop the Harm, says it is harder now -- eight years into B.C.'s toxic drug crisis -- to promote the safe supply of drugs because of opposition from conservative politicians.

Rich in iron and vitamin C: What you should know about kiwis

Sweet-tart, stunning in its beauty, and easy to slice - the kiwi. This beloved fruit has numerous health benefits.

What to do if you wake up at night and can't get back to sleep, according to expert

Getting a decent night's sleep is important for our health, but a lot of us don't get the recommended eight hours. Three-quarters of Brits get less than eight hours of sleep, while one in six get by on less than six hours each night, according to YouGov. Meanwhile across the pond, over 17 per cent of adults had trouble staying asleep most days or e...

Delicious foods that accelerate weight loss: Your essential list

Experts have named foods that are not only tasty but also healthy. They help stick to a diet and shed extra pounds. It's important to remember that in weight loss, mathematics matters - you must consume fewer calories than you burn. And these are the foods that provide satiety and speed up your metabolism, helping you lose weight faster, reports We...

Long Covid leaves clues in the blood which could help with treatment

New research suggests that long Covid leaves distinctive signs in the blood which could potentially be targeted for treatment. Long Covid leads to ongoing inflammation which can be detected in the blood, according to findings from the largest UK study of patients admitted to hospital with coronavirus. Analysis shows that patients with prolonged sym...

Alberta research team creating maps to track health impacts of climate change

A team at the University of Alberta is layering data to display which communities are more or less vulnerable to the health impacts of climate change. Emily Mertz explains.

I was told I was 'very positive'. Doctors weren't referring to my attitude

I'd had HIV for 10 years without knowing.