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Wildfire Smoke Can Harm Your Brain, Not Just Your Lungs

1 week ago | goodtimes.ca | Jessica Dostie

By Bhavini Gohel, University of Calgary and Muskaan Muse Laroyia, University of CalgaryWildfires are already burning in parts of Canada, and as they do, many communities are already facing the familiar thick haze as smoke drifts in. Smoke from wildfires has already led Environment Canada to issue air quality warnings for much of Ontario. In Toronto, smoke led to the city briefly having the worst air quality in the world.
Maintaining Mobility with Aging Means Planning Ahead

1 week ago | goodtimes.ca | Jessica Dostie

By Brenda Vrkljan, McMaster UniversityFor people who have trouble getting around, stairs, bathrooms and kitchens are among the most treacherous features of typical homes, loaded with potential hazards, such as hard surfaces, slippery floors, accessing high and low cupboards, elevation changes and more. The danger is worse at night, especially for older people due in part to changes in vision and certain medications.
Dick Pound: Game-Changer

2 weeks ago | goodtimes.ca | Jessica Dostie

By Rob LutesThe Olympic swimmer who built the Olympic Games into a multi-billion-dollar enterprise also fought corruption within the movement and doping in sport everywhereThe longest-serving member of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), Dick Pound is a Canadian swimming champion, lawyer, and author; he was also the first president of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA).
It’s Not Just About Hearing: Why Getting Help for Hearing Loss Is Also a Psychological Journey

2 weeks ago | goodtimes.ca | Jessica Dostie

By Bill Hodgetts, University of AlbertaWhen people think about hearing loss, they picture someone turning up the TV too loud or saying “what?” a lot. But what I’ve learned in more than 20 years as an audiologist is that hearing loss is rarely just about the ears. It’s also about identity, emotion and effort. And for many people, that’s the harder part.
Travel with Intention: A Guide to ‘Soft Adventure’ Experiences across Canada this Summer

2 weeks ago | goodtimes.ca | Jessica Dostie

By Moira A. McDonald and Ann-Kathrin McLean, Royal Roads UniversityA growing number of Canadian travellers are embracing “soft adventure” travel. This trend blends a desire for active engagements in nature and educational and culturally relevant experiences with the chance to reset and relax. Low-risk outdoor activities such as wine tasting, canoeing, fishing, whale-watching and cycling are all examples of this growing trend.
4 Steps to Building a Healthier Relationship with your Phone

3 weeks ago | goodtimes.ca | Jessica Dostie

By Jamie Gruman, University of GuelphBeing constantly connected to your electronic devices, and the social media they enable, may be bad for your health and well-being and working remotely only compounds these challenges. Until very recently, I didn’t have a smartphone. In 2018, I wrote an article outlining the benefits of not being connected to the world through a phone. I was perfectly content living a largely disconnected life. However, since that time, things have changed.
The Facts About Age Spots

3 weeks ago | goodtimes.ca | Jessica Dostie

By Jessica DostieIs it possible to reduce, or even eliminate, dark spots? Age spots are caused by an overproduction of melanin, which leads to their formation mostly on the face, hands, and neckline—the areas most exposed to the sun. The result is an uneven complexion that lacks radiance. Here’s why they appear and what can be done about them. FALSE.
More than Just an Animal: Losing a Pet Deserves More Attention and Compassion

3 weeks ago | goodtimes.ca | Jessica Dostie

By Renata Roma, University of SaskatchewanWhen my dog passed away four years ago, coping with the loss was challenging. I know I am not alone. People turn to their pets when they need comfort and a non-judgmental presence. However, pets have a short life span, and losing a companion animal is a common experience. Research shows that losing a pet can be as devastating as losing a family member, yet the grief over a companion animal is often overlooked in society.
Emergency Alerts and News Notifications Can Make Us Stressed and Anxious — Here’s What You Can Do to Cope - Good Times

1 month ago | goodtimes.ca | Jessica Dostie

By Indu Subramanian, University of California, Los Angeles and Sahib Khalsa, University of California, Los AngelesWhen there’s a disaster, it’s helpful to know what’s going on — and know whether you’re truly at risk. But as essential as emergency alert systems are, they can leave many of us feeling anxious — even when the alert may be a false alarm or test. This is because emergency alerts, whether real or tests, can activate the same neural circuits involved in real danger.
Curing Alzheimer’s Disease: Magic Bullet or Magic Shotgun Blast?

1 month ago | goodtimes.ca | Jessica Dostie

By Donald Weaver, University of TorontoWhy are researchers still fumbling in the quest to cure what is arguably one of the most important diseases confronting humankind — Alzheimer’s disease? Despite decades of research, there is still no curative treatment for Alzheimer’s – no “magic bullet” that stops this devastating degenerative brain disease in its tracks. Not surprisingly, finding the magic bullet has become the holy grail for Alzheimer’s researchers.