Canadian Health Care

The continuation of the story of Norma Stenson who was terribly abused by the nurses in two senior's facilities in which she stayed. Both incidents were within weeks of each other.

Oct 1, 2005 - Mary M. Alward

Norma Stenson was a frail 87 year old woman who had suffered several strokes, couldn't speak and couln't lift her leg more than six inches off the floor. When her supplement caregivers found that she was being physically abused, the nurses that were assaulting her pleaded self defense, saying Norma was kicking them and threatening to kill one of the women's unborn child.

Sep 1, 2005 - Mary M. Alward

Research done by Dr. Adam Moscovitch, medical director of the Canadian Sleep Institute in Calgary proves that our teens are suffering from sleep deprivation, which could potentially harm then physically and psychologically.

Jul 1, 2005 - Mary M. Alward

Stress runs rampant in society today. We all need to lessen the stress in our lives. One way to do that is to stay within our grocery budget. Find out how.

Jun 1, 2005 - Mary M. Alward

Some Renaissance recipes to try at home.

May 1, 2005 - Mary M. Alward

Is keeping your house in order a stressful situation? Do you run around frantically after work, trying to get everything in its place. If so, these tips will help you become better organized, lessen stress levels and give you more time to spend with your family.

Apr 1, 2005 - Mary M. Alward

Whether we realize it or not, our children are exposed to stress on a daily basis. What are the signs of excessive stress and what can we do to help our children cope?

Mar 1, 2005 - Mary M. Alward

Flatulence is experienced by every person on earth. If someone says they don't have flatulence, look them straight in the eye and lift an eyebrow. It's simple. They're lying.

Feb 1, 2005 - Mary M. Alward

According to the Canadian Diabetes Association, more than two million Canadians suffer from diabetes. Thousands of others have not been diagnosed.

Jan 1, 2005 - Mary M. Alward

The holidays are approaching and you or someone in your family is diabetic. No problem. Here are some great tasting recipes that the entire family will enjoy.

Dec 1, 2004 - Mary M. Alward

As the cold weather approaches, it is important to know the warning signs of hypothermia and precautions to take to prevent it.

Nov 1, 2004 - Mary M. Alward

Any woman who has ever suffered from Candida, commonly known as vaginal yeast infection, can easily relate to the title of this article. Learn what causes yeast infections and how to prevent those nasty symptoms.

Oct 1, 2004 - Mary M. Alward

Have you or someone you know ever suffered from Pink Eye? This inflammation of the thin, clear membrane that covers the eye is one of the most irritating things that I've ever experienced.

Sep 1, 2004 - Mary M. Alward

During the first grade, my grandon Brandon, had a difficult time in school. He was in the Principal's Office constantly. Then, people entered his life that turned a bleak and boring world into a bright and shining future.

Aug 1, 2004 - Mary M. Alward

According to the World Health Organization, two million Canadians suffer from diabetes. This month, I would like to share some of the delicious diabetic dessert recipes that I have collected.

Jul 1, 2004 - Mary M. Alward

I have lived sixteen years with an invisible disability. People just don't seem to understand that such a thing exists. This is my story.

Jun 1, 2004 - Mary M. Alward

Let's look at a scenario of one woman's life. A woman, Lisa, who is twenty-five and just given birth to her second child. Lisa wonders what is wrong with her. Eventually, she will find out she has Fibromyalgia, but for now, she is scared to death and her doctor blames the flu.

May 2, 2004 - Mary M. Alward

Need a diabetic meal for Easter. This article contains recipes for an entire Easter meal. Enjoy!

Apr 9, 2004 - Mary M. Alward

People who suffer childhood abuse often take the pattern with them into adulthood. How can victims of childhood abuse become survivors and start down the path of healing?

Mar 1, 2004 - Mary M. Alward

Alopecia areata, affects millions of people in Canada and 1.7 percent of the world's population. It is an unpredictable, autoimmune skin diease, which results in hair loss, not only to the scalp, but also elsewhere on the body.

Feb 1, 2004 - Mary M. Alward

Macular degeneration is an age-related disease that affects the central vision. It is a common cause of vision loss in people over the age of 60.

Jan 1, 2004 - Mary M. Alward

This article describes how housecleaning can be hazardous to your health and that of your family. Find out how to avoid being poisoned by household chemicals.

Nov 1, 2003 - Mary M. Alward

Glaucoma is a diverse group of eye diseases. It is the leading cause of blindness in Canada and the United States. Though glaucoma can lead to blindness, it can be successfully treated if detected in the early stages.

Oct 1, 2003 - Mary M. Alward

Every year approximately one million people in Canada and the United States are afflicted with this virus.

Sep 1, 2003 - Mary M. Alward

A grandparent's role is an important part of your child's life. Children feel that a grandparent is someone who will listen to them, and accept what they do without question.

Aug 1, 2003 - Mary M. Alward

Research has proven that without a secure mother figure, a child who is exposed to unexpected events will have an intense stress reaction.

Jul 18, 2003 - Mary M. Alward

Our bodies perspire to cool the skin and to release toxins from the body and bloodstream. If we have good hygiene, we should have no problem with excessive body odor. If we do, there could be an underlying problem, which needs immediate attention.

Jul 1, 2003 - Mary M. Alward

Society typically believes that breast cancer is only suffered by women. This fact is far from the truth. Thought the incident of breast cancer is lessin males, they can, and do, suffer from the disease.

Jun 15, 2003 - Mary M. Alward

My grandson love to cook. I've found out that they will eat foods that they cook, even if there are ingredients that they dislike. I'd like to share these recipes with you and your children.

Jun 8, 2003 - Mary M. Alward

In 1999, the first case of West Nile Virus in North America was reported in New York City. Just three years later it arrived in southern Ontario. What is West Nile Virus and how can we protect our selves from contacting the disease?

May 28, 2003 - Mary M. Alward

A child's camp experience can have a profound impact on his/her life. Because of this, parents should choose a camp carefully. Never send a child to a camp just because it is the one that you attended when you were young.

May 16, 2003 - Mary M. Alward

CORD (Canadian Organization For Rare Disorders) is committed to enhancing the lives of everyone who is affected by rare disorders.

May 1, 2003 - Mary M. Alward