A study published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine by a team of Harvard psychologists shows that adults 50 years and older who volunteer two hours per week have considerably lower risk of losing independence and of dying. This volunteer time also inspires feelings of well-being and [...]
These unprecedented times have brought us back to what is most essential in life: human beings, with our most precious and fragile resource, our health. COVID-19, this visible pandemic that’s terrifying many, has forced us to take time for reflection, introspection and interrogation. Let’s use [...]
The drop in hormones can trigger symptoms that vary from one woman to another. While menopause isn’t an illness, it can expose women to various diseases, including cardiovascular disease. This means screening for risk factors is a public health issue. Should you take hormone replacement therapy? [...]