During Bladder Cancer Awareness Month, we caught up with our PHA program coordinator and remarkable 10-year Bladder Cancer Survivor, Courtney Blackshaw, about her journey with bladder cancer. Courtney’s story began with a diagnosis of muscle invasive bladder...
What does the right kind of diet look like? Many of us have spent a lot of time cutting out foods and trying new trends to figure out what works for our bodies. A simple internet search for healthy eating brings up over 5.7 billion results: it’s a topic on...
With lingering cold temperatures and shorter days, going the extra mile to prioritize your self-care for a joyful mind and a healthy body is crucial. The winter season can bring challenges like seasonal affective disorder and the drying effects of cold air, impacting...
‘Tis the season to savor the holidays without regrets! The holidays often bring a parade of delicious dishes and tempting treats that make it easy to let our healthy choices take a back seat. Worry not, for amidst the indulgence, a sprinkle of mindful eating can...
As wildfire smoke makes its way across Canada and some parts of the United States, it’s important to be alert about its health risks. Breathing in clean air allows healthy living conditions for our heart and respiratory health to thrive. When air quality drops, taking...
May is Bladder Cancer Awareness Month, something that hits very close to home for me. As a bladder cancer survivor, spreading awareness about this all too common, yet surprisingly unknown disease has become a passion project for me. Many people have never heard of...