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The Impact of Late-Night Meals and Fast Eating on Your Health

Posted June 10, 2024June 10, 2024Posted in Disability Insurers, Employers, Lawyers, MVA Insurers

New research reveals that not just what and how much you eat, but also how fast and when you eat can significantly impact your health. Learn about the associated risks and practical strategies to improve your eating habits.

Workplace Disability Claims in Canada: Short-Term vs. Long-Term Impact

Posted June 6, 2024June 6, 2024Posted in Employers, Lawyers

The Fraser Institute’s latest report uncovers the substantial private costs associated with medical wait times in Canada, highlighting a $3.5 billion burden on patients due to lost productivity and diminished quality of life.

The True Cost of Waiting for Medical Care in Canada

Posted June 4, 2024May 30, 2024Posted in Disability Insurers, Employers, Lawyers, MVA Insurers

The Fraser Institute’s latest report uncovers the substantial private costs associated with medical wait times in Canada, highlighting a $3.5 billion burden on patients due to lost productivity and diminished quality of life.

AMA Launches Pay-As-You-Go Auto Insurance in Alberta

Posted May 30, 2024May 23, 2024Posted in Disability Insurers, Lawyers, MVA Insurers

Discover AMA MyPace, Alberta’s distance-based auto insurance that helps drivers save money by paying based on the kilometres driven. Find out if this flexible insurance option is right for you and how it works.

How Cannabis Use Affects Mental Health

Posted May 28, 2024May 23, 2024Posted in Disability Insurers, Employers, Lawyers, MVA Insurers

Recent studies demonstrate how cannabis use affects mental health, uncovering significant risks of anxiety, psychosis, and schizophrenia. Dive into these important findings and their implications for public health and safety.

The Surprising Health Benefits of Stretching

Posted May 23, 2024June 18, 2024Posted in Disability Insurers, Employers, Lawyers, MVA Insurers

Stretching is more than just a warm-up exercise. Studies show that regular stretching can reduce mortality risk, enhance cardiovascular health, and prevent injuries. Learn how incorporating a few simple stretches into your daily routine can significantly improve your overall health.

The Burden of Serious Misdiagnosis in Healthcare

Posted May 21, 2024May 21, 2024Posted in Disability Insurers, Employers, Lawyers

Diagnostic errors are a major source of preventable harm in healthcare. A recent study estimates 1.51 million diagnostic errors occur annually in the U.S., with around 603,000 leading to serious harm. Learn about the ‘Big Three’ disease categories most affected and the urgent need for healthcare improvements to reduce these errors and enhance patient safety.

Diabetes Medications Lead Canadian Private Insurance Claims

Posted May 14, 2024June 6, 2024Posted in Disability Insurers, Employers, Lawyers

In 2023, diabetes medications topped the charts of health insurance claims in Canada, reflecting a broader trend driven by the rising prevalence of type 2 diabetes and innovative uses of these medications.

Poop Truths Uncovered: How Fecal DNA Reveals Hidden Diet Secrets

Posted May 9, 2024June 6, 2024Posted in Disability Insurers, Employers, Lawyers, MVA Insurers

Dr. Lawrence David’s research at Duke University, where DNA analysis of human feces offers a precise snapshot of dietary habits, reshaping how we understand and manage nutrition and health.

The Lethal Risk of Prescription Medications

Posted May 8, 2024May 7, 2024Posted in Disability Insurers, Employers, Lawyers, MVA Insurers

Learn more about the hidden risks of prescription medications and how they contribute to surprisingly high death rates.

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