“Love should never cost you your peace. It should never cost you your joy. It should never cost you your happiness. If there’s more negative in the situation than positive, something has to change” — Carolyn Gamble [1]. Author: Hadeel Alhadi What is a toxic relationship? A toxic relationship, according to professor Lillian Glass, isContinueContinue reading “Toxic Relationships: Definition, Signs, and Advice”
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The Silent Killer: Ovarian Cancer
Most cases are discovered at later stages due to its difficult detection, which is why ovarian cancer is often termed ‘The Silent Killer’ Author: Dina Babiker Cancer has become one of the deadliest diseases of our time, and in Canada alone, it is responsible for the death of 30% of the population [1]. Cancer canContinueContinue reading “The Silent Killer: Ovarian Cancer”
The Body’s Lifeline: The Impact & Benefits of Donating Blood
Although many generous Canadians already donate blood regularly, the more donors there are, the better. But why is blood demand so high? Author: Alison MacPhee Blood: Background Information Approximately 50% of Canadians will either be in need of blood components or know someone who will at some point in their lives. However, only 4% ofContinueContinue reading “The Body’s Lifeline: The Impact & Benefits of Donating Blood”
Ontario University Students Assisting The Front Lines During COVID-19
While university communities have made a great impact for relief during this time, the need for help is far from over. Whether it is donating funds and supplies or volunteering, all efforts — big and small — will have a priceless impact on someone who needs it. Authour: Juliane Feliciano March 13th, 2020 was theContinueContinue reading “Ontario University Students Assisting The Front Lines During COVID-19”
How to Care for Your Mental Health During Remote Learning: A Student’s Advice
As protective measures during COVID-19 persist, many students have transitioned to virtual learning. From an increased workload to adapting to new online learning tools, virtual education is adding to the stress caused by isolation, fear, and financial struggles. While the challenges of online learning should be addressed institutionally, there are few things students can doContinueContinue reading “How to Care for Your Mental Health During Remote Learning: A Student’s Advice”
Chicken Soup
Author: Farah Farhat. “There’s always the good, the bad, and the ugly in every approach we take in healthcare and medicine, but don’t you ever wonder what life would have been like if we just stuck to chamomile tea and our grandmas’ miraculous chicken soup?”
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