Scientists and nutritionists aim to trim obesity rates
While new research holds promise for a genetic fix in some patients, the kitchen table and snack cupboard remain key determinants of weight gain.
Tag: health
Social media carry risks to mental health
By Karina Kajishima, Spoke News Checking the phone before going to bed and right after waking up is a common routine for most of the young people nowadays. However, this habit can be a dangerous one to have and sometimes leads to serious mental health issues. A study conducted by the Royal Society for Public Health and the Young Health Movement showed that “social media was worsening bullying, body image … Continued
Students can access wide range of services
By Jessica Towriss, Spoke News With the fall semester beginning at Conestoga College, the halls have been full of new and returning students. With returning and first-year students, Conestoga College has welcomed a record-breaking population of more than 13,000 full-time students and more than 38,000 part-time students across all Conestoga campuses. With the influx of students, the college has hired more than 100 full-time employees to contribute to student success, … Continued
The longest recreational trail in the world
BY ROBERT JANES The Trans Canada Trail organization is hoping to connect the trail by Aug. 26 in conjunction with Canada’s 150th birthday. “It’s this idea that we can all be connected,” said Christina Kozakiewicz, publicist at the Trans Canada Trail. “The idea that you could be on the trail in Victoria, B.C. and if you keep going, you can go all the way to Newfoundland or you could go … Continued
Running can help you quit smoking
BY SHARON SAMUEL “I went in and signed up. I was the 250-pound smoker who took up running. About a year after that I became the assistant manager of the (Running Room) and now I am the area manager for the company,” said Barry Smith. “I quit smoking, dropped weight and I have run a marathon. I tell everybody that, if I can do this, anybody can do it.” Smith … Continued
A healthy mind and body lead to happiness
BY MATTHEW EVANGELISTA Therapy is important to a healthy mind, but just as important is a healthy diet and plenty of activity. Research has shown that exercising can improve mental health, and improved mental health can result in a healthy lifestyle. “A lot of times it is those around them who notice before they do how much exercise is changing them for the better, especially with activities of daily living … Continued
Brothers urge you to be a donor
BY JOY STRUTHERS Every day, an average of 14 people learn their kidneys have failed in Canada. For many, it is due to diabetes which is the leading cause of chronic kidney disease and kidney failure. Greg Allt knew the day might come that his kidney would fail because of damage from diabetes but through diet, exercise and medication he stayed healthy for as long as he could. “They thought … Continued
New program for students with exceptionalities
BY DEEANNA ROLLINS Individuals with exceptionalities, a term used to describe a multitude of needs within a group of students, can experience college life and enhance their educational skills at Conestoga with the new community integration through co-operative education (CICE) program. This two-year certificate program was introduced to Conestoga in January 2015. “There has been such a need for a program like this in the community,” said Shannon Lipskie, manager of … Continued
Princess Ball raises money for CF
BY DEEANNA ROLLINS Eight years ago, if you typed “CF” into the Google search bar, cystic fibrosis wouldn’t be the first thing to come up. Fortunately, things have changed. Summer Fryers, 8, was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis shortly after she was born when her family got back the results of her Guthrie test (the neonatal heel prick they do on newborns). She has lived a life full of medication, vitamins … Continued
Cystic fibrosis and what it’s really like
By DeeAnna Rollins
Students donate blood to save lives
BY JOY STRUTHERS A blood donation clinic held at Conestoga College’s recreation centre Jan. 19 had 71 donor appointments pre-booked and also accepted walk-ins. Annette Strobel, the clinic supervisor, has been with Canadian Blood Services for almost 20 years and loves her job. “It’s something I like doing because of helping others,” she said. The staff want people to know how easy the process is and encourages everyone who can … Continued
New abortion pill a great option
BY ANDREW BENNEY Women across the country will soon have another choice in terms of abortion, with the long-expected arrival of an abortion pill.. This new non-surgical option for Canadian women, which has been delayed since November, comes in the form of the pill, Mifegymiso, which was approved by Health Canada in July 2015. The exact date of the release is still unknown, but the Canadian distribution company responsible for … Continued
73% of people break their resolutions
By DEEANNA ROLLINS It is now halfway through January and New Year’s has come and gone. Champagne glasses were clinked, countdowns were shouted and resolutions were made. The top five resolutions in Canada are: live a healthier lifestyle (including eating healthier and working on fitness), focus on the positives, spend more time with family and friends, be true to one’s self and learn something new. These may be the top … Continued
Waterloo campus set to expand
BY NICOLE CLARK Conestoga College Council members were shown tentative floor plans and other details connected with an upcoming expansion of the Waterloo campus at a council meeting on Nov. 22. The Conestoga North Campus Expansion Project is expected to increase the number of full-time students at the Waterloo campus from just over 900 to more than 3,000 and will be open by September 2018. “I know the growth will … Continued
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