Vaping is a relatively new phenomenon that has been deemed ‘healthier than smoking cigarettes.’ According to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, users believe vaping is a healthier alternative to smoking. This, however, is starting to prove false with many stories of users falling ill and suffering from respiratory and heart issues. What is vaping? Vaping...
With heart disease as the second leading cause of death in Canada, it begs the question, are children today susceptible to heart disease? Although prevalent in adults, heart disease is not a leading cause of death amongst children. However, the majority of risk factors that affect children can be controlled early in life, thus lowering...
As people age, their risk of heart disease increases. Women especially are susceptible to heart related diseases as they get older. According to American Heart Association, more than one in three female adults has some form of cardiovascular disease. After a woman has gone through menopause, their risk of heart disease increases. Menopause itself does not actually cause cardiovascular issues, however, the risk factors associated with a poor diet, smoking and...
In Canada, heart disease is the second leading cause of death in Canada after cancer and the leading cause of hospitalization. The most common form of heart disease is Ischemic Heart Disease, also known as coronary heart disease. Recovering from a heart attack can be challenging, both physically and emotionally. Recovering from a heart attack...
According to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, heart disease is a leading cause of death of women in Canada, claiming nearly 31,000 lives per year. The unfortunate part is that many women are not even aware they are at risk of heart disease. Surprisingly, the majority of women have at least one risk factor related...
With the recent wildfires burning uncontrollably in Alberta, we were all forced to inhale the thick and smoky air, making it hard to breath. Chronic exposure to wildfire smoke can have long-term health effects, especially for people with existing respiratory problems, such as asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Air pollution is a big...
Types of Defibrillators CLEAR!! When thinking of defibrillators, you probably imagine a hospital TV drama that is using the famous paddles to revive someone in cardiac arrest. The doctor shouts ‘clear’ and everyone stands back and waits for the device to work its magic. (Did you know there is actually a lot done incorrectly on...
Ultimate Preparedness Packing Checklist for Adventurous Souls You long for the next thrilling experience. Every mountain has seen your feet. Fear is something that you eat for breakfast… You must be an adventurous soul! For many adventurers, the wilderness is just one more place that needs to be explored. And when you are living life...
According to the Government of Canada, half of all Canadians are healthy and fit to donate blood, but the sad reality is that only 1 in 60 gave blood last year. Blood donation takes an hour of your time, but could save someone’s life. Cancer patients, accident victims and people with blood disorders rely on...
Heart disease is the second leading cause of death in Canada and includes coronary heart disease, heart rhythm problems (arrhythmias), congenital heart defects and blood vessel diseases. Research suggests that approximately 2.4 million Canadians age 20 and over live with diagnosed heart disease and that every hour, about twelve Canadians age 20 and over die...
