Search
The New MUHC Cancer Centre: Building a closer community
July 27th, 2012 By Cinzia Colella The shock of a cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming to patients and their loved ones. Feelings of fear and uncertainty can be intensified by the sudden responsibility of having to make and keep track of numerous medical …
Advertising obesity: Our brain and the dangerous appetite
July 27th, 2012 By Anita Kar One of the most serious and growing threats to public health worldwide is obesity in both children and adults. Obesity fuels diabetes, cardiovascular and other chronic diseases – all of which can cause serious harm to …
At Your Request sates patient appetites
July 30th, 2012 By Tamarah Feder Sometimes, it’s the little things that make a pleasant difference during a patient’s hospital stay. And often, those seemingly insignificant things actually require a great deal of research, organization, and the staff to …
Evelyne Pytka: Renewing the love of food for diabetics
August 2nd, 2012 By Tamarah Feder Evelyne Pytka is a clinical nutritionist and certified diabetes educator who helps children and their families navigate the challenges of living with Type 1 Diabetes – and renew a love and trust of food. For Evelyne …
Insect repellents: the pros and cons
August 7th, 2012 Camping is a great activity to get the family outdoors and enjoy nature. However, we must share this space with other critters, including pesky mosquitoes, black flies and ticks. Insect repellent will go a long way in discouraging these …
Protecting Your Family from West Nile Virus
July 7th, 2015 Hot summer nights in Canada are perfect for barbecues on the patio with friends and family, or huddling around the camp fire with the kids. It’s not uncommon to be joined by a few uninvited pests as the sun sets on the camp ground, and …
Glen
Glen …
Complete care under one roof at the Glen site
August 16th, 2012 Many people are already familiar with the stresses that come with childbirth; even the smoothest deliveries can be fraught with fatigue and worry. But imagine the stress associated with a high-risk birth, where mother and child may need …
Why is whooping cough (pertussis) making a comeback?
August 22nd, 2012 Pertussis (also known as whooping cough) is a highly contagious infection of the respiratory tract. It spreads through droplets when an infected person coughs or sneezes. Pertussis is a cyclic disease with epidemics occurring every few …
Pertussis (Whooping Cough): When to Go to Emergency
August 22nd, 2012 Pertussis (also known as whooping cough) is a highly contagious infection of the respiratory tract. It spreads through droplets when an infected person coughs or sneezes. Because pertussis can be very serious, it’s important to know when …