Botulinum toxins, essentially what makes Botox work its magic, can move to parts of the central nervous systems involved in emotions. GETTY

People treated with Botox report feeling less anxiety: Study

The findings could be the result of the botulinum toxins in Botox which can affect the central nervous systems involved in emotions.

Chris Arnold,

Dec 22 2021

Skin Health

In appealing the midwifery pay inequity ruling, the Ford government reinforces the notion that midwives and the work they provide are not valued equally. GETTY

Ontario’s position on midwifery puts rural and Indigenous communities at risk

How far will Ontario go to show midwives (and their clients) that they’re not valued?

Healthy Debate,

Dec 22 2021

Reproductive Health

This study was a collaboration between McMaster’s departments of family medicine, obstetrics and gynecology, and midwifery. GETTY

Why do people use cannabis during pregnancy and breastfeeding?

The study showed that reasons for using cannabis varied from pre-pregnancy, during pregnancy and during lactation.

Brighter World, McMaster University,

Dec 22 2021

Cannabis

It’s best to speak to a doctor or audiologist about any discomfort in their ears. GETTY

WATCH: We didn’t try the #hydrogenperoxide #earcleaning trend – An audiologist explains why

Tiktokers are using hydrogen peroxide to clean their ears, but it can cause irritation and burns. Before putting anything into your ear, experts recommend talking to a healthcare provider.

Emma Jones,

Dec 21 2021

Healthy Living

Why haven’t governments around the world come together to bring about an overall solution? Everyone in the world who is living with HIV should already have access to medication. GETTY

As Told To: 'Being HIV-positive enabled me to find a real passion and life purpose'

Christian Hui, a Toronto-based HIV+ activist and social worker, shares his story of triumph over racism, xenophobia and homophobia.

As told to Sadaf Ahsan,

Dec 21 2021

HIV/AIDS

Ottawa physiotherapist sees her profession as untapped vaccinator resource

There are more than 8,000 registered physiotherapists in Ontario and over 4,300 have registered a needling technique with their regulatory college.

Taylor Blewett

Health News

Dec 22 2021

Physiotherapist Jaime Trick says she and her peers could help vaccinate people in order to take pressure off doctors and nurses and speed up getting boosters into arms.

COVID-19: More restrictions, more boosters, more rapid tests for B.C.

Provincial health officials know they can't stop the spread of the Omicron variant, but they are hoping new restrictions, a ramped up booster program and more rapid testing will slow it down

Lisa Cordasco

Health News

Dec 22 2021

Chief Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry announced new COVID restrictions on Tuesday.

How to limit anxiety in the face of a tsunami of bad COVID news

Social support, breathing routines, proper sleep and exercise can help overcome many of the stressors that come with the pandemic.

Susan Schwartz

Health News

Dec 22 2021

There is significant evidence that exercise, including walking and hiking, is an extremely effective stress-buffering strategy.

'Very concerned': As Omicron rapidly spreads, Alberta places new restrictions on indoor events

'Getting a booster shot is the single most important thing you can do,' said Premier Jason Kenney

Bill Kaufmann

Health News

Dec 22 2021

Licensed practical nurse Rachelle Lively was giving out COVID shots as part of the City of Calgary’s extension of its mobile vaccination outreach program. A short-term COVID-19 vaccination station has launched at Southcentre Mall as of Dec. 14th. The new mobile station will support citizens who are still struggling with barriers to vaccination and facilitate third doses for those now eligible in Calgary on Tuesday, December 21, 2021.

COVID-19: Five things to know about Omicron and the new B.C. health measures

Here are five things to know about the new information provided by Dr. Bonnie Henry, the provincial health officer, and Health Minister Adrian Dix on Tuesday.

Joseph Ruttle

Health News

Dec 22 2021