Difference Between ADD and ADHD
The difference between ADD and ADHD confuses millions of people, and searches on the topic keep climbing on Google. According to the Government of Canada, 8.4% of Canadian children and youth aged 1 to 17 years were diagnosed with ADHD in 2023, an increase from 6.7% in 2019. ADHD is also common among adults, affecting […]
Flu Shots: An Important Step to Secure Your Health
Flu shots protect you from seasonal influenza, and fall is the ideal time to get them. In Canada, seasonal influenza remains a significant public health concern. The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) estimates that influenza leads to approximately 12,200 hospitalizations and 3,500 deaths each year. These numbers highlight the serious impact of the flu […]
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD): When Shorter Days Start Affecting Your Mood
Seasonal Affective Disorder affects thousands of Canadians every year, and healthcare experts often see a rise in symptoms as daylight hours decrease during fall and winter. Research from the Canadian Mental Health Association suggests that approximately 2% to 3% of Canadians experience Seasonal Affective Disorder, while another 15% experience a milder form of seasonal depression […]
Manitoba’s New Sick Note Legislation
Starting October 1, 2026, Manitoba’s new sick note legislation limits when employers can request a doctor’s note. Employers may only ask for a sick note after an employee has been absent for more than one week or has accumulated more than 10 workdays of absence in a calendar year. Doctors Manitoba supports the change, noting […]
