Given the multitude of daily choices we make, it is important to distinguish between small stuff and big stuff. Choosing a breakfast cereal for example would be small stuff because it is a one-time purchase. Choosing a school for your child on the other hand is big stuff. Health insurance is also a big choice because the coverage will normally last for several years.

Did you know that your body has more moving parts than any human-made machine? Your body is a complex system of muscles, joints, bones and so on, and sometimes they need a little extra care. Even if you are not an athlete who pushes his/her body to the limit every day, it is still possible to experience discomfort, pain and limited mobility in your muscles and joints.

Today, 1 in 4 children has an undiagnosed vision problem. Although, the chances of developing a vision problem are greater if there is a history of eyesight problems in your family, many children with no such family history encounter a troublesome vision issue.

Brush your teeth before bed. Floss every day. Avoid sugary foods. These words have been spoken by parents everywhere. Instilling good dental hygiene habits in your children is necessity, but once these children become adults, many of them begin to neglect their teeth.

Work-related stress is on the rise and according to Statistics Canada, the repercussions are numerous. Increasingly, individuals are finding that their job demands more of them - more hours, more flexibility, and more qualifications. The end result of such demands is more stress, and people are having a hard time coping with it.

The first of Canada’s aging baby boomers are poised to turn 65, and with this milestone birthday comes a variety of new health care concerns. In response to these changing medical needs, the Canadian health care system is preparing to handle some 10 million boomers whose reasons for visiting the hospital will range from hearing loss to long-term care. The aging of this Canadian demographic is inevitable, but falling into financial debt in order to pay for these services can be avoided.

Small businesses comprise over 97% of employers in Canada and the United States. Despite the significant number of small businesses, these smaller companies tend to offer fewer health-oriented programs than larger corporations. Research indicates that today’s employees are more likely to accept a position in a company that offers an attractive benefits package.

Increasingly, traditional benefits packages are disappearing from the Canadian business landscape. As the face of the Canadian workforce continually changes, companies are finding it necessary to address these shifts.