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Keep calm and pack your carry-on: A guide to navigating summer travel

Keep calm and pack your carry-on: A guide to navigating summer travel

There are a few strategies you can try to make any travel situation a good one.

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June 28, 2023
How pets boost our health and happiness

How pets boost our health and happiness

While many of us know the overall joys of pet ownership, there are valuable mental and physical health benefits to connecting with an animal companion.

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June 21, 2023
Building resilience

Building resilience

Do you ever wonder why some people can adapt to whatever life throws at them more easily than others?

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September 14, 2022
Let it be — mindfulness

Let it be — mindfulness

With so many aspects of our daily lives out of our control, mindfulness helps us manage the only thing we can influence — our thoughts.

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July 14, 2022
The power of positive self-talk

The power of positive self-talk

Positive self-talk can improve your overall well-being and help you feel good about yourself.

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July 6, 2022
Problem gambling

Problem gambling

Who is most at risk for problem gambling, and how can we help those affected?

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June 17, 2022
Gardening is good for you

Gardening is good for you

Getting outside and growing a garden can make you happier and healthier.

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June 8, 2022
Expert advice on warming up and cooling down

Expert advice on warming up and cooling down

How important is warming up before physical activity and cooling down afterward?

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March 30, 2022
Heart failure — what you should know

Heart failure — what you should know

Heart failure is one of the top reasons Canadians are hospitalized but many people don't understand what it is. We talked to an expert to get the facts.

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February 24, 2022
Partners in care: Inside our Caregiver Support Program

Partners in care: Inside our Caregiver Support Program

Caregivers can experience their own mental health challenges and burnout.

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January 12, 2022
Not-so-happy holidays

Not-so-happy holidays

Get some tips to cope with any sadness or difficult feelings that you may have during the holiday season.

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December 8, 2021
Exercising with chronic pain — advice from an expert

Exercising with chronic pain — advice from an expert

Exercise can help treat symptoms and prevent complications from chronic pain.

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November 17, 2021
The therapeutic power of nature

The therapeutic power of nature

Time in nature can lead to lower levels of stress, anxiety and depression and higher levels of well-being.

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October 4, 2021
Tennis serves up fun for all

Tennis serves up fun for all

We're breaking down common misconceptions about tennis! This fun sport can be very accommodating, economical and safe for all ages.

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August 25, 2021
How to help your child —  and yourself —  cope with back to school

How to help your child — and yourself — cope with back to school

Start preparing now to make the stress of back to school easier for you and your child.

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August 11, 2021
Burnout

Burnout

Can't break away from your responsibilities to take care of yourself? You could be at risk of burnout.

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July 23, 2021
Putting yourself first

Putting yourself first

True self-care is something that can and should be done regularly.

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July 21, 2021
The summer of play

The summer of play

As the summer approaches, it's the perfect opportunity for students to let go and make time for play.

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May 28, 2021