For wounded soldiers, empathy helps the healing process
Formed about a decade ago, Brothers for Life, based in Seattle but with a presence in Israel, comprises wounded Israeli combat veterans who help soldiers around the world who have been scarred by war. The idea is that simply by meeting and talking, the Israelis help fellow combatants open up about their experiences.
When planning for dementia, be careful what you wish for: medical ethicist
Marcia Sokolowski’s new book, Dementia and the Advance Directive: Lessons from the Bedside, highlights some of the potential issues with living wills.
The many unexpected secrets in our DNA
An increasing number of people are feeling a pull towards Judaism, and then finding out that they have Jewish blood.
Tefillin: A treatment for mental health?
Both acupuncture and tefillin have roots in the idea that stimulating the body’s energy is a powerful tool for enhancing mindfulness, in this case, during prayer.
The skinny on Ontario’s sex-ed fiasco
“A child who understands the mechanics and risks of diverse sexual practices can make better decisions about his or her own sexuality now and in the future, while respecting the realities of those around them who may find satisfaction in relationships not to their fancy.”
Healthy aging through healthy lifestyles
In this week’s healthy aging column, Dr. Vivien Brown encourages a lifestyle that includes education, nutrition and regular exercise.
Bacteria can be both the body’s friend and foe
Dr. Deborah Mechanic provides a helpful guide to the harmful and healthy bacteria in your body.
Author looks to raise awareness of anorexia in men
After working on the project for seven years, Jacob Roth has published a memoir about his battle with anorexia called Straw Man: My Battle with Anorexia.
Learning new things may be key to staving off dementia
Dr. Vivien Brown writes about how brain health remains a focal point for healthy aging.
Winnipeggers win award for developing new dietary supplement
Erin Goldberg and her partners – who run a company called ViTal Functional Foods, which is developing a new liquid nutritional supplement – have received some help thanks to a $5,000 social entrepreneur award from a non-profit called Mitacs.
