What’s happening to Canada’s health care system? With all the recent Ontario election coverage as well as media stories about negative personal experiences with health care, I have to wonder if we’re in need of some repairs. The media reports sadden me and cause me to ask: Is the system working for us, or are [...]
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In 2011, there’s still a stigma attached to mental illness in all generations and socio-economic groups. When we run into a friend or neighbour at the doctor’s office, we’re more likely to share the reason for our visit if it’s a heart check-up as opposed to a mental health check-up. Mental illness is an equal [...]
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Is laughter really the best medicine? Laughter can be infectious. Have you ever been among a group of people when someone breaks out in heartfelt laughter? It makes you stop what you’re doing, listen, smile and even laugh yourself. So, what’s the connection between health and laughter? Should it be part of your daily routine? [...]
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March of Dimes Canada began six decades ago when mothers sought a cure for, and to protect their children from, polio. Since then, the foundation has grown and evolved to help anyone with disabling circumstances live a productive, self-sufficient life. Today, through its many programs – including peer support – March of Dimes provides tremendous [...]
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