Most of us support improving and saving lives through organ and tissue donation, but only a fraction of us actually take the time to register. This disparity between good intentions and actions has real-world consequences. While thousands of people have received the gift of life, others have died waiting because there just are not enough [. . . more]
Although it sounds like the title of a Sci-Fi movie, Mercury Retrograde is an astronomical term for when the planet Mercury appears to be moving backwards in the sky (but isn’t really). All planets can appear to be moving backwards and stationary but Mercury is retrograde most often in a single year and when it [. . . more]
Domestic Violence in Canada According to a 2016 study released by the National Initiative for the Care of the Elderly, 766,000 Canadian seniors suffered some form of abuse in 2015. It’s expected that reported incidents of elder abuse will continue to rise with the growing senior population — Statistics Canada data shows that seniors in [. . . more]
Statistics show that more people across the world are choosing to follow a vegan diet. According to Google Trends data, search interest around veganism has increased significantly from 2004 to 2017, with the highest level of interest in Australia, Israel, Canada, New Zealand and Austria. In Canada specifically, B.C., Yukon, Ontario, Nova Scotia and Alberta [. . . more]
Anyone over 50 usually notices their memory isn’t what it used to be. However, research has recently found that just 10 minutes of light exercise can help improve memory. Memory loss is not uncommon for older adults and its one of the first symptoms of aging noticed. We enter a room and realize we forgot [. . . more]
Spring and summer bring a fresh new crop of health fairs in many communities. Often held annually or semi-annually, health fairs make for a wonderful day out with friends and family, and are usually open to the general public with free admission. Sometimes they are themed particularly for one or more segments of the general [. . . more]
One of the best treatments for anxiety and stress relief, meditation is at the top of the list for most people because it is free of any cost, has no negative side effects and is limited only by one’s imagination and time. Unlike natural and pharmaceutical drugs or preparations which may carry some unwanted side [. . . more]
PISCES – February 19 to March 20 June 2019: You have certainly stepped out of your element as you test new waters lately. Some of you have traveled to exotic places, met some new and interesting people and situations, or even challenged yourself to toughen up, grow a thicker skin and not be so sensitive all [. . . more]
Aquarius – January 21 to February 18 June 2019: Most everyone else is living through a reality show melodrama that could be rather challenging for them this month but you are able to stay cool as a cucumber if you just ignore it all. Cardinal planets are bringing up all kinds of ego energies for people [. . . more]
CAPRICORN – December 23 to January 20 June 2019: Push has finally come to shove with Saturn and Pluto traveling through your sign so it may be time to pull back in some relationships. This month finds Mercury and Mars joining forces to oppose these two dark powerhouse planets so expect some crisis to come [. . . more]
SAGITTARIUS – November 23 to December 22 June 2019: Nobody knows how to party like the Archers. You’re the original playboy/girl having fun into the wee hours of the night while the rest of us are sleeping. Well, it just may catch up with you this month. Firstly, the Sun forms an unkind aspect around the [. . . more]
SCORPIO – October 24 to November 22 June 2019: Your ruling planet Pluto gets a kick from Mars around the 19th sending you into a powerful new cycle. This is a good time to lay new foundations for a larger project that you can work on for the coming several months. You may find yourself renovating [. . . more]
LIBRA – September 24 to October 23 June 2019: The only non-living zodiac sign, Libra the Scales, is sensitive and emotional, with deep feelings and generally a great love for all living things. This perfectly illustrates the dichotomy of the Universe and belies your innate ability to find balance when the world is upside down. Perhaps [. . . more]
VIRGO – August 24 to September 23 June 2019: Virgo frets and worries a bit much at times and often about your own fear that you lack some skill or quality that would improve your status. You earth signs are funny that way. Or Virgo can be quick to criticize others for their perceived deficiencies. It [. . . more]
