Arees Khachik

Canadian healthcare has hidden costs that hit our wallets and our well-being. The good news? By understanding these real costs and taking smart action, you can protect both your health and your finances.

Some say AI is the answer to Canada’s doctor crisis. Others fear it’s a dangerous shortcut that could cost lives. Before you trust an AI with your health, let’s separate hype from reality.

Across the country, many patients are being quietly removed from their doctor’s roster due to inactivity, clinic policy changes, or physician shortages. The worst part? Most don’t find out until they need care—by which point, finding a new doctor can take months or even years.

For decades, cardiovascular disease was seen as something that primarily affected older adults. Now, new data is showing a disturbing trend—more younger Canadians are being diagnosed with high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and early signs of heart disease.

In Canada, nearly 600,000 people are living with dementia, and that number is expected to rise dramatically in the coming years. But here’s the good news: your diet can play a significant role in protecting your brain and keeping your memory sharp. The choices you make at the grocery store today could help prevent memory loss down the road.

2025 is here, and with it comes new health concerns, evolving medical advancements, and an overburdened healthcare system. But are you making the most out of your doctor’s visits? Many Canadians aren’t asking the right questions—questions that could change the way they manage their health.

Did you know that chronic sleep deprivation increases your risk of heart disease by 48%. Yet, millions of Canadians sacrifice sleep every night