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An Evidence-Based Approach to Popular and Emerging Supplements
Presented by Registered Dietitian and Practice Lead Dayna Zarn with Dr. Aaron Hoo
Review of eight emerging and popular supplements, the what, why and what to watch out for
Burnout: What Your Body Is Really Telling You
Burnout is a major health challenge today, and it’s more than just feeling tired. According to the World Health Organization, burnout is a syndrome caused by chronic, unmanaged workplace stress. While it is primarily associated with occupation, many experts recognize that burnout can extend to other areas of life.
Burnout…
Safe Medicines in Pregnancy: What Canadian Families Need to Know
Pregnancy is a time filled with joy, anticipation, and sometimes uncertainty. One of the most common concerns expecting parents face is how to ensure the health and safety of both the mother and the baby, especially when it comes to using medications. With so much information available, it can be…
How Precision Medicine Helps You Stay One Step Ahead of Disease
At Harrison, our purpose is to help you stay one step ahead of disease. That’s the promise of precision medicine - an approach that uses genetic insights, advanced diagnostics, detailed health histories, and highly personalized care plans to identify risks early and act proactively. By understanding your unique biology, lifestyle,…
Why Tracking and Understanding Heart Rate Variability Matters
A healthy heart is not a metronome. The oscillations of heart rate are complex and non-linear. Understanding your body is an essential part of maintaining wellness, and Heart Rate Variability (HRV) has proven to be a valuable monitoring tool. More than just a number, HRV reflects the state of your…
How Wildfire Smoke Impacts the Air You Breathe – and Your Ability to Exercise
Wildfire Season: Understanding the New Reality
Wildfire season in Canada has become more frequent, intense, and longer every year. The impact goes far beyond the fires, with smoke traveling thousands of kilometers and affecting the health of millions of people. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), in 2019, 4.2…
Rethinking Fertility: What Age and Men’s Health Really Mean for Family Planning
Are you thinking about starting a family in your 30s or beyond? You’re not alone. More people than ever are waiting to have children; a journey that can feel overwhelming, especially with evolving science, pervasive misinformation, and risks to consider. Fertility is often thought of as a women’s issue, yet…
Move More, Stress Less: The Powerful Impact of Exercise on Anxiety
Living with anxiety can be overwhelming: racing thoughts, tense muscles, and persistent worry can take a toll. While many know that exercise can help manage these symptoms, it is often underappreciated how it also empowers you to regain a sense of control and actively support your mental well-being.
Why Exercise…
Strength Training for Health & Longevity
Presented by Exercise Physiologists Aidan Conneely and Andrey Tihanyi with Dr. James Clem
Discover the Power of Strength Training to Transform Your Health, Well-Being, and Future
Concierge Medicine: Personalized Care for a Healthy Future
Healthcare is personal, and the way you access it can make a world of difference. While traditional family clinics remain the common choice, concierge primary medicine is emerging as a premium option for people who value time, access, and proactive healthcare. In busy Canadian cities like Vancouver, Calgary and Toronto,…
From Crisis to Peace: Science Blends with Compassion at Harrison
When serious illness strikes, the world shifts beneath your feet. For one Vancouver family facing a difficult diagnosis, what could have been an overwhelming journey became a testament to what exceptional healthcare looks like.
The Power of Proactive Partnership
As professionals in their forties, this family understood that proactive health…
Think Earwax is Dirty? Think Again!
Most of us rarely consider our ears until something feels blocked, muffled, or uncomfortably full. Here's what many people don't realize: earwax serves as your ear's sophisticated cleaning system, working around the clock to maintain optimal ear canal health.
Let’s debunk common myths and offer you clear, practical advice for…
Optimizing Cognitive Health: Supplements for Aging Well
Cognitive health is central to everything that makes life rich and meaningful: our memories, decisions, relationships, and creativity. As we age, the demands of the brain evolve, often exceeding what our modern diets and lifestyles are equipped to provide.
Essential nutrients like Vitamin D, Omega Fatty Acids, and B vitamins…
Why Every Age Needs Plyometrics
Plyometrics are dynamic exercises—movements that involve rapid, explosive actions—that build strength, coordination, and functional movement. While often associated with athletes, they benefit everyone, from kids improving coordination to seniors boosting balance. By using the body’s stretch-shortening cycle, plyometric training helps muscles generate maximum force quickly, enhancing both fitness and daily…
Men: Enhance Your Stamina and Confidence with Pelvic Floor Training
When we talk about essential exercises for men, pelvic floor training might not be the first thing that comes to mind, but it can have significant benefits to your quality of life.
The pelvic floor is a group of muscles at the base of the pelvis that play a crucial…
The Modern Science of Longevity: Living Better for Longer
Modern longevity research shows us that ageing is no longer a passive process we endure, but something we can shape through evidence-based strategies and personalized care.
This means your energy levels at 60, your cognitive sharpness at 70, and your independence at 80 are not predetermined by genetics alone. They’re…