Preventing and treating illness

Does my child need braces?

If or when your child should get braces is a big decision. You may benefit from getting more than one opinion.

How to keep your skin safe from the sun

Our summers may be short, but Canadians are highly susceptible to skin cancer. So if you’re out in the sun, wear a hat and load up on the sunscreen.

How to protect yourself from salmonella

Cheesy crackers and chicken nuggets are among the foods recalled lately due to contamination fears. Here’s how you can avoid food-borne illnesses.

Making sense of kids’ vaccinations

Keeping track of your kids’ shots can be tricky. But back-to-school season is the time to ensure your children get the protection they need.

What you need to know about the West Nile virus

Cases of the West Nile virus, spread by infected mosquitoes, usually spike in late summer and early fall. Here’s how to lower your risk of catching it.

Sunglasses for safety — at any age

How to protect your entire family’s vision with the right sunglasses — and how to spot the best ones for the job.

Getting a handle on hay fever

For many people, the joys of summer come with the suffering of hay fever. But there are new techniques and medications that can help.