Importance of Immunizations
Getting your annual flu vaccine may seem like something you just have to do every year. But you may not realize just how important not only the flu vaccine is, but all vaccines are. Vaccines are the best way to protect yourself and your loved ones from preventable diseases. They help your body create protective antibodies – proteins that help fight off infections. What can vaccines do for me? In addition to...
Managing and Preventing Heart Disease
Heart Disease in Canada In Canada, heart disease is the second leading cause of death after cancer, and a leading cause of hospitalization. Heart disease occurs when there is reduced blood flow to the heart. It is a general term that refers to a range of conditions that affect the heart. These conditions include ischemic heart disease (which can lead to acute myocardial infarction), angina, arrhythmia, atrial fibrillation, and heart failure,...