Nearly 1 in 2 Canadians are expected to receive a diagnosis of cancer in their lifetime, and cancer is the leading cause of death in the country. With an aging population, deaths from cancer and the numbers of new cases are increasing, as are cancer-related costs.
Guest: Dr. Leah Smith, Canadian Cancer Society.
Has youth sports changed so dramatically that it now leads to high-intensity competition and even higher risk for injuries? And, how can parents educate themselves about the processes of recovery for their young athlete?
Guest: Ron Wolforth, author of Pitching with Confidence: A Parent’s Guide To Giving Your Elite Pitcher An Edge.
The Kidney Foundation of Canada is launching year two of its successful #SixDegreeChallenge.
Guest: Cristina Howorun, TV reporter and kidney transplant recipient.