Mental Illness Awareness Week (MIAW) aims to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and provide support for mental health, highlighting the importance of early intervention and treating mental illness with the same seriousness as physical health.
Intergenerational trauma in Indigenous communities, stemming from the abuse and neglect experienced in residential schools, continues to affect descendants, leading to mental health challenges, substance abuse, and systemic struggles, while reconciliation and healing remain ongoing efforts.
In honour of World No Tobacco Day (on May 31st), we thought it would be appropriate to base our discussion around the topic of tobacco and lung health. Smoking cigarettes is said to be the number one cause of preventable deaths in North America. As well, smoking tobacco and being exposed to secondhand smoke significantly […]
There’s almost nothing better in this world than sleep (and maybe pizza). Sleep is one’s best friend and on March 15th, 2019 it is World Sleep Day! You can celebrate by catching up on some much needed Zzz’s and becoming more aware of the importance of sleep health. Like a good diet and exercise, healthy […]
Nutrition, as part of the performance triad, involves making healthy food choices, proper meal timing, and balanced dietary intake to support overall health, energy, and well-being, while avoiding harmful foods and supplements that can impair physical and mental performance.
New Year’s resolutions to lose weight and exercise can combat sedentary lifestyles and obesity, but long-term success comes from sustainable lifestyle changes, nutritious eating, regular physical activity, and strong social support.
This blog explores the role of alcohol in cultural events like Mardi Gras and the Calgary Stampede, highlighting its social significance while encouraging responsible consumption to avoid negative consequences.
