After years coping with her husband’s undiagnosed PTSD, Kathryn Linford now helps lead a spousal resiliency program through Wounded Warriors Canada. The initiative offers trauma-informed support for partners of veterans and first responders, focusing on self-care, emotional regulation, and rebuilding resilience for families navigating operational stress injuries.
A physician warns Canadians about heart disease misconceptions. Diabetes increases cardiovascular risk even when controlled. Family history doesn’t guarantee heart disease—lifestyle changes like exercise and diet matter. Leg pain may signal peripheral vascular disease linked to heart issues. Early awareness, prevention, and medical guidance are key to reducing risks.
Farmer and environmental groups are urging Health Canada to require mandatory labels for pork from PRRSV-resistant gene-edited pigs. While regulators say the meat is safe and nutritionally identical, critics argue Canadians deserve transparency. Concerns include consumer trust, export markets, regulatory transparency, and fairness for producers avoiding genetic engineering technology.
A 2024 survey by the Pew Research Center found many abandon New Year’s resolutions by January. Psychologist Diana Hill told CNN motivation fluctuates. She recommends integrating movement into daily life, personalizing goals, redesigning spaces for activity, practicing self-compassion and starting with small, manageable exercise commitments.
Registered dietitian Nishta Saxena says most Canadians fall short of daily fibre recommendations. Guidelines suggest 38 grams for younger men, 30 for older men, 25 for younger women and 21 for older women. Found in whole grains, legumes, fruits, vegetables, nuts and seeds, fibre supports digestion, gut health and overall metabolism.
Health Canada has recalled about 20,000 LOGiiX Piston Power 5000 Mag Power Banks due to overheating and potential fire hazards. Four incidents were reported without injuries. Consumers should stop using affected models and contact LOGiiX for replacements and follow local lithium-ion battery disposal guidelines under Canadian law.
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