Plastic surgery among men nearly doubled between 2018 and 2024, with non-surgical treatments rising even faster. Younger men and those in the Middle East and Latin America lead this trend, though men still account for just 16% of procedures. Cosmetic treatments are becoming more socially accepted worldwide.
Most Canadian seniors want to age at home, but Alzheimer’s and other dementias often make that difficult. Experts say having a dedicated caregiver and family support is the biggest factor in staying at home safely. Planning early for in-home support prevents crisis-driven decisions and improves quality of life.
Waking up once at night to urinate is common, but two or more times may signal nocturia and an underlying issue. Causes range from late fluid intake to conditions like sleep apnea, diabetes, or prostate enlargement. Persistent symptoms can disrupt sleep and should be discussed with a doctor.
Wearable sleep trackers estimate sleep using movement and heart rate rather than direct brain measurements. Experts say they are reliable for tracking sleep trends over time but not for precise sleep stages. Obsessing over nightly scores can increase anxiety, while focusing on healthy sleep habits remains more effective.
Health Canada has recalled more than 43,000 Angry Orange stain remover units due to possible bacterial contamination, including Pseudomonas aeruginosa. While healthy users face low risk, people with weakened immune systems or medical devices could develop serious infections. No illnesses have been reported in Canada or the U.S. as of Jan. 21, 2026.
Statistics Canada reports pneumonia became the sixth-leading cause of death in 2024, with fatalities up 20% year over year, mainly among seniors. Meanwhile, COVID-19 deaths fell by nearly 37%. Dementia-related deaths rose, while overall life expectancy in Canada continued to increase.
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