‘Keep coffee out of your rectum, quit steaming your vagina’: Q&A with Dr. Jen Gunter
We chatted with Dr. Gunter about her ‘vagenda’ – her crusade to protect women’s health from misconceptions and myths. Continue reading
Hygiene
What’s in the water? The bacterial booby traps of summer
From public swimming pools to the content of a sandbox, a health and hygiene expert helps us do a deep dive into the microscopic menaces of summer. Continue reading
‘Menstrual equity’ means free pads, tampons in all-gender bathrooms in London high schools
The TVDSB’s 26 high schools and 12 alternative education classrooms in London now have free menstrual products in all-gender bathrooms. Continue reading
Want healthy skin? Stop these 8 bad skin care habits now
Your skin care routine might be hurting you more than helping, experts warn. Make sure to stay clear from these bad habits. Continue reading
‘Pretty much everything’ has more germs than a toilet seat. So what?
Yes, your cell phone, water bottle and kitchen sponge probably all have more germs than a toilet seat. Here’s why experts say that doesn’t matter. Continue reading
Five popular oral health myths debunked
Dr. Jaime Greenspoon joined Global’s Laura Casella to talk about important dental hygiene tips for your kids. Continue reading
‘Tampon Tuesday’ collection drive in Peterborough supports women’s shelters and programs
Feminine hygiene products are expensive, and they’re items people don’t always think about donating to women in need. Continue reading
Skip your daily shower – why bathing 2 to 3 times a week is best
There is such a thing as bathing too often, or not often enough, experts say. Here’s why. Continue reading
Reality check: Should you wash your hands in warm or cold water?
New study says it doesn’t matter what temperature you wash your hands in, but other experts are suggesting to hold off before switching up your hand washing routine. Continue reading
‘Community Cupboard’ offers free food and supplies for Winnipeggers in need
A couple living in the Centennial neighbourhood have stocked an outdoor food pantry with supplies, available for anyone to use at any time. Continue reading