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School jitters… how to ease your youngster’s back-to-school anxiety

Back-to-school is just around the corner and with it come the usual school jitters. While it's quite common for kids to feel some degree of back-to-school anxiety after a long summer break, there are things that paren’ts and other caring adults can do to make the transition easier. Talking with your kids about their fears […]

Postpartum depression – more than “baby blues”

In the mood for a picnic?

Now that those lazy hazy days of summer are upon us, how about a picnic in the park, the beach or your backyard? But before you dash out the door with your picnic basket, take a moment to review some safety tips so that everyone can enjoy a fun and safe outing.  First of all, […]

How to stay healthy while travelling….

Before embarking on your dream vacation, it's important to plan ahead. Planning time depends on your health status, your destination and duration of travel. Health Canada's Checklist  Well on Your Way – A Canadian's Guide to Healthy Travel Abroad is a good start. It discusses issues like immunizations, travel health insurance, pre-existing health conditions, prescription medications […]

Do you know the five signs of stroke?

Describes the five warning signs of stroke and urges people to call 911 immediately at the firs sign of stroke.

Healthy treats for Mother’s Day!

Looking for last minute ideas on how to pamper Mom the healthy way? While flowers and cards are always welcome, there is so much more you can do for your Mom, or the Mother of your children or another special woman in your life. And it doesn't have to cost a fortune! The best present […]

Food Allergies – Free Health Information @ the Runnymede Library Branch

Toronto Public Library in partnership with the Toronto Anaphylaxis Education Group present      Free Information on Food Allergies Find out how the Toronto Public Library can support your reference needs Tuesday, April 9, 2013 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Runnymede Program Room   Drop in… NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED   For more information check out […]

Relieve Anxiety and Depression Naturally… Free Health Talk at TRL

  Join Paul Demeda for a free lecture to learn how to improve your mental health without medication. Paul, a registered Orthomolecular Health Practitioner, will discuss the complex relationship between mental health, nutrition, stress and the environment and will show you what steps you can’take to modify these conditions.                               […]

Colour your world green…on St. Paddy’s Day!

How about starting St. Patrick's Day with a tall glass of a healthy green smoothie? And while you are sipping your green smoothie think more green…  Lunch could be a plate full of baby spinach and arugula, or perhaps a kale or swiss chard quiche. And don't forget the enchanted world of broccoli and rapini! Not to speak of the […]

Teen tanning… the killer truth

We all heard the scary news about the dangers of tanning beds, in particular for young people. So what does it take to convince your invincible teen?  Here is one unorthodox way that may work…          To give it more clout, here are some data that you may find useful. As reported in a previous […]