Lawson Health researchers develop new imaging tool to detect heart disease
The research promises a safer, less invasive way to use magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to study how the heart works. Continue reading
Heart Disease
Omemee woman walks 160 km over long weekend for heart health research
By Katrina Squazzin Videographer
Annie Smith suffers from a rare inflammatory disease called cardiac sarcoidosis. Continue reading
Here’s how air pollution can hurt your heart
Air pollution causes millions of deaths worldwide every year – and a huge portion of those are from heart conditions. Continue reading
Fundraiser at Peterborough Petes’ playoff game to support Hospital for SickKids
By Greg Davis Videographer/Online Journalist
The Willett family are fundraising in memory of their Maverick who died of congenital heart disease. Continue reading
Ontario residents in rural communities at higher risk of stroke than urban counterparts: study
The study found urban residents were at least 10 per cent more likely to be screened for conditions such as diabetes or high cholesterol. Continue reading
Heart problems can affect your brain too, report says
Heart and Stroke is warning that many heart conditions can lead to long-term problems with cognition. Continue reading
Heart Month: healthy lifestyle can help prevent heart disease, but biology still a factor
Heart disease is currently the second leading cause of death in Canada. Continue reading
California’s wildfire smoke could lead to long-term health problems
Experts say wildfire smoke could have serious long-term consequences in California, especially for children, the elderly and people with cardiovascular issues. Continue reading
This is why Canadians are unhealthier than ever
Canadians have more tools than ever to help them live healthy lives. In the latest episode of the This Is Why podcast, we examine why it’s still such a struggle. Continue reading
Trans fats ban goes into effect in Canada
A ban on the main source of artificial trans fats took effect Monday. Continue reading