Diagnosed with breast cancer at 37, a Stittsville woman shares how readers can help those in the fight of their lives Almost everyone knows someone who is battling a serious illness like cancer. Many will want to support that person, […]
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Everywhere you are
In your home, your workplace and in the community, St. John Ambulance has been serving Ottawans for 136 years A few years ago, Jessica P. had the scare of her life. Her then-13-month-old son had been getting […]
Seeing red
Diaper rash, or diaper dermatitis, is caused by prolonged exposure to wet or soiled diapers. The urine’s wet consistency causes the skin to be tender and become irritated or inflamed. Diaper rash can occur with snug-fitting diapers, either disposable […]
Should you get a vasectomy?
Getting a vasectomy is a big decision for several reasons. Most significantly, in the vast majority of cases – rare reversals aside – it means your family is done growing for good. For a lot of men, there’s […]
Avoid giving fruit juice to children, experts say
Parents may be surprised to hear that 100 percent fruit juice has the same potential harmful effects as soft drinks A study published in the journal Pediatric Obesity in 2015 concluded that children who regularly consumed 100 percent fruit juice […]
Winter health myths – busted
Forget everything you know about cold weather and your well-being There are endless winter health myths that we have heard from well intentioned grandparents and parents. They have become so ingrained in us that we take them as cold hard […]
Hair today, gone tomorrow
On top of new mom duties and fluctuating hormones, women often struggle with postpartum hair loss Alana Wagner had a healthy pregnancy, an uneventful birth, and nine months ago, welcomed a perfect baby girl. She and her husband were […]
Age-appropriate tasks to get your kids cooking
Whatever their age, there’s a job for every child One of the best ways to ensure kids eat a nutritious meal is to get them in the kitchen. But assigning age-appropriate tasks may be a challenge for parents. Emilia Heiman, […]
Food safety crucial during pregnancy
Keep safe with four simple steps When you’re pregnant, food safety is more important than ever because you and your unborn baby are at an increased risk of foodborne illness or food poisoning. Your immune system is weakened, […]
Saving lives: Young cancer patients and the future of research
A recent report by the Canadian Partnership Against Cancer revealed an unmet need to better understand how cancer manifests itself among adolescents and young adults.