Health & Wellness

Boost your immune system, refresh your mind and invigorate your life with advice from IMPACT’s health and wellness experts.

Keep your life healthy and free from toxic PFAS forever chemicals

Understanding Forever Chemicals and Their Impact on Health

In recent years, concerns have arisen over a large group of man-made chemicals known as per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), often referred to as...
Open Water Swim for Mental Health

Finding Solace in the Waves

Nature’s touch is healing. Who hasn’t enjoyed walking on a forest trail in fresh air while hearing a gurgling brook or the musical conversations...
Air Quality and Exercise -- is it okay to workout in bad air quality outdoors.

Clearing the Air on Air Quality and Outdoor Exercise

When the WeatherCan air quality alert flashes the number seven, a heavy feeling in my stomach takes hold. It clearly doesn’t understand me or...
Dan Burden, Blue Zones Fellow, takes an image of pedestrians in a walkable city in the U.S.

How Walkable Cities Impact Health

Think back to when you were eight years old. What was your walking range unaccompanied by an adult? In the 1920s, it was often...
be prepared for international travel for athletes. Tips for staying safe abroad

Travel Tips for the Athlete

Travelling overseas for a race or a sports tournament can be exciting and daunting for an athlete. Giving yourself adequate time to prepare is...
natural remedies for first aid kit for the great outdoors hiking

How to Make a Natural First Aid Kit

The truth is, a lot of the products on the market that are designed to keep bugs away or heal cuts are not the...
Matthew Taub talks about his experience with addiction and his journey to sobriety

Sobriety Through Fitness

I recently had a conversation with someone about their experience with alcohol and addiction. They expressed excitement about just finishing a workout, which is...
Working out in a gym with dumbbells

Strength Training: Pump Iron to Boost Mood

The positive effects of exercise on mental health have been well established — exercise promotes both cognitive function (especially as we age) and psychological...
mental health, the difference between sadness and depression

The Difference Between Sadness and Depression

Depression can affect people of all ages and backgrounds. It is mainly characterized by feelings of prolonged sadness, hopelessness, and a loss of interest...

The Power of Music Therapy

Music is such an essential part of our lives, intertwined in so many of our daily activities.Anyone who has blasted a favourite rock classic...

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Vivo for Healthier Generations Winter Update

The Winter Arc has begun! Maybe you’re well into your Winter Arc and loving it or maybe you’ve never heard of this wellness trend....
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Wellness Takes Flight

From immune-boosting wellness shots to nourishing Canadian-made treats, Air Canada is turning travel into a satisfying journey. For wellness-focused Canadians, maintaining healthy habits in the...
Chicago Marathon

REGISTRATION FOR THE 2026 BANK OF AMERICA CHICAGO MARATHON IS NOW...

The 48th running of the Bank of America Chicago Marathon will take place on Sunday, October 11, 2026 Every October, participants from across the country...
Wood Forum

Wood Forum – Strength in Science: Exercise for Bone and Joint...

Come to MacEwan Hall on Saturday, November 8, for the Wood Forum 2025 - Strength in Science: Exercise for Bone and Joint Health. The Wood Forum is...