Health Features

A Match Made in Heaven

Two local families prove that the gift of organ donation is the greatest gift of all

Surviving the Storm

Surviving the Storm

Sunday Dennis’ positive outlook—and incredible support team—drives her ongoing battle with brain cancer

Insanity Education

Insanity Education

A traumatic brain injury becomes the catalyst for Chris Tutin’s ambitious helmet safety campaign

Choices in Childbirth

Midwives and doulas offer alternatives and extra support for pregnant women and families

Ticking Time Bomb

Ticking Time Bomb

One tiny insect makes a giant impact on some people’s lives and health, and creates a medical controversy

Freedom of Movement

Dancing Freedom allows participants to let loose and move to music in a fun, safe and non-judgemental way

The Future of Food

Understanding the controversy surrounding genetically modified organisms (GMOs)

Healing with Energy

Healing with Energy

Therapeutic Bio-Energy Healing works directly with the way energy moves in the body

Warriors at Ease

The healing power of trauma-sensitive yoga helps ease the pain of invisible wounds

A Higher Power

A Higher Power

Reiki takes a holistic approach to healing and treats all aspects of an individual to establish balance

Gluten-Free Goodness

New specialty bakery in Cumberland really takes the cake

A Common Goal

Community Drug Strategy Committee aims to enhance public awareness about local drug issues

The Power of Thought

Local woman helps to rewrite the software of our subconscious to change the printout of our lives

Valuable Support System

Valuable Support System

Comox Valley group offers support and encouragement to those dealing with life-altering ostomy surgery.

Healing from Within

Healing from Within

Dr. Tom Diamond’s system of Health Meditating is geared to work for today’s Western mind.

Foundation of Health

Foundation of Health

St. Joseph’s Hospital Foundation plays a vital role in supporting local health services.

Healing from Within

Healing from Within

Comox Valley Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine offers a ‘whole body’ approach to healing.

Healing Hearts

Healing Hearts

Seniors lend support to seniors through life’s up and downs

Gardens without Borders

Gardens without Borders

Horticultural therapy heals with the help of nature…

A Fresh Start

A Fresh Start

Local retreats help people regain their health naturally…

Enjoying the Views

Enjoying the Views

Complex care centre offers residents a new lease on life…

Charity Begins at Home

Charity Begins at Home

Child Development Association gears up for 35th annual Telethon November 7

Providing a Safe Haven

Providing a Safe Haven

Local Bees’ Nest house offers a valuable step in the recovery process…

Allies in the Wild

Allies in the Wild

Island author dedicated to educating people about the benefits of medicinal plants…

Healing Paws

Healing Paws

St. John’s Ambulance therapy dogs find their way into the hearts of seniors…

Made in British Columbia

Made in British Columbia

Brambles Market showcases the best of BC in their Courtenay store…

Fun on the Ice

Fun on the Ice

Ringette grows in popularity thanks to dedicated players with a love for the sport…

Connected to Nature

Connected to Nature

A tour of Denman Island yoga studios reveals a common connection amongst its teachers…

Safe Haven

Safe Haven

AIDS Vancouver Island in Downtown Courtenay provides a much needed service.