How to beat the heat
When the temperature rises, so do the risks for heat-related illnesses. It’s important during hot weather to take the appropriate...
Tick bites and Lyme disease
Just like other insects, ticks will bite – and one type of tick can carry and transmit an infection called Lyme disease.
Thinking of fasting? Remember to consider your medical conditions
By Dr. Sabira Kanani, palliative care physician, and Dr. Iqbal Jaffer, cardiac surgeon, Hamilton Health Sciences For Ramadan many individuals...
5 Tips to set your child up for success in social situations
All children take to social situations differently. Some naturally enjoy meeting and spending time with new people. Other children prefer time alone. As a parent or caregiver, you play an important role in...
Setting SMART goals: how to make your resolutions stick
Dr. Sheri Nsamenang, psychologist, Children’s Exercise and Nutrition Centre, McMaster Children’s Hospital With the new year comes enthusiasm around self-improvement....