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Yahoo Canada Style'The Golden Bachelorette' is finally highlighting mature singles in the dating world. Here's what an expert says about dating over 50
The latest iteration of the reality TV show is putting people in their 50s, 60s and 70s in the spotlight —and it's about time.
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'The Golden Bachelor' ended in divorce. Ahead of 'The Golden Bachelorette,' here's what to know about 'grey divorce'
Divorce later in life is on the rise in Canada.
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Sask. man who was 1st in Canada to access 'magic mushroom' therapy dies at 56: How psychedelics had a 'profound' effect on his cancer battle
Saskatoon's Thomas Hartle had turned to psychedelic-assisted therapy to help ease his feelings about his stage 4 cancer diagnosis.
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How extreme heat is impacting Canadians — especially those with medical complications: 'I was in really bad shape'
As temperatures remain high, experts are warning Canadians not to overlook the warning signs of heat stroke and heat exhaustion.
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Wildfires, extreme heat across Canada are causing eco-grief and anxiety: 'How are we going to live?'
Climate anxiety, ecological grief and solastalgia are terms used to describe the emotional distress caused by environmental changes.
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'My hysterectomy saved my life': Canadian women open up about chronic pain and debilitating symptoms
Going into medically-induced menopause was a better option for one Canadian, versus not having a hysterectomy.
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'It saved my life': Woman credits smart watch with alerting her to extremely high heart rate — here's what you should know
Joan Fair, a 75-year-old in Hamilton, Ont., wasn't aware she had any heart rate issues until she was alerted by her watch.
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Death doulas, golf marshals and retail workers: Canadians find passion in part-time jobs after retirement
Some Canadians are choosing to reenter the workforce to help with routine, socialization and energy while aging.
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'I'd be dead by now': Canadians share breast cancer stories as new screening guidelines spark controversy
Although a federal task force says mammograms shouldn't be routine for women under 50, new data reveals a significant spike in cases for women in their 20s, 30s and 40s.
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'I've been losing sleep over it': Canadians share how retirement fears are impacting their health and wellbeing
From depression to high blood pressure, the financial stress of retirement can have serious impact on Canadians' mental and physical health.
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Canadian woman opens up about hearing loss at 36: 'I couldn't hear anything' — what you need to know
Hearing loss can happen at any age and is more common than you think. An audiologist shares risk factors and treatment.
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Ontario's first measles death in decades is a wake-up call for parents on vaccine hesitancy: 'Tragedy'
Learn why vaccine hesitancy is on the rise and how it puts children at risk, from experts and parents.
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Early menopause linked to higher death rates in women. What to know about hormone replacement therapy, according to experts
A new study linked early menopause to higher mortality risks. Could hormone therapy be a lifesaver for women under 40?
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Could your menopause symptoms be something worse? A Canadian expert weighs in on possible health conditions
An Ontario woman mistook cancer for menopause symptoms. An expert explains what you should look out for.
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'I would look pregnant': When is bloating the sign of something more serious? An expert weighs in
“I told myself I’m sure everyone bloats like this and I guess I’ll just live with it,” Jessica Hickmott said.
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'I feel like a weight has been lifted': Younger Canadians are choosing to freeze their eggs. Here's what you should know
“Most people think fertility declines in your 40s but we actually see it start in your 30s," said Dr. Kim Garbedian.
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N.L. woman was 'bleeding for 365 days' before endometriosis diagnosis: 'Nobody really knew what was happening with me'
Approximately 2 million Canadians live with endometriosis, a painful condition that can take years to diagnose.
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'Fatigue, mood swings, irritability': Is a nutritional deficiency the reason your kid might be acting out?
Canadian dietitian Abbey Sharp says a deficiency in zinc and B vitamins can sometimes cause irritability and stress.
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'Golden Bachelor' couple Gerry Turner and Theresa Nist to divorce after 3 months. What to know about 'grey divorce' — with cases on the rise
The TV couple has decided to part ways, citing distance and personal priorities.
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Perimenopause is 'more than just hot flashes' — Canadian women open up about body aches, depression & migraines
"I thought I was coming down with some bizarre disease... I felt absolutely ashamed," one woman said.