If my mom started becoming more forgetful, as a family physician, these are the first three things I would do. Because forgetting things once in a while can happen to anyone. But when memory problems start interfering with everyday life, it's worth looking into. It's not always "just getting older." The first thing I would do is look at her overall health. Your brain is like the engine in a car. To run well, it needs good fuel and regular maintenance. That's why nutrition, diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, physical activity, sleep, and even staying socially connected can all affect memory as we get older. The second thing I would do is look for causes that can actually be treated. For example, a vitamin B12 deficiency can affect how well the brain works. Thyroid problems, certain medications, depression, and poor sleep can also lead to memory problems and difficulty concentrating. I'm Dr. Ramneek Dosanjh, a family physician, a mother of three, and President of the Federation of Medical Women of Canada. and the good news is that many of these conditions can improve when they're identified early and treated appropriately. The third thing I would do is pay close attention to how the memory problems are happening. Forgetting where you left your keys once in a while is common. But forgetting what the keys are for, getting lost on a route you've driven for years, or no longer being able to manage simple everyday tasks deserves a closer look. These details help your doctor determine whether the changes are part of normal aging or whether they point to something that needs further investigation. As a family physician, I've learned that one symptom rarely tells the whole story. Memory is like the check engine light in your car. Sometimes it comes on because of a simple issue. Other times, it can be a sign of something more serious. A physician's job is to figure out why it's happening. So before assuming it's "just aging," book an assessment with your family doctor. When the cause is found early, there's often something that can be done. And even if the diagnosis turns out to be a condition like Alzheimer's disease, finding out sooner allows people and their families to plan ahead and access the right care and support. My mission is help you stay healthy so you can spend more time with the people you love and doing the things that matter most… So follow me

As a family physician and a mom of three daughters, there's one mistake I see many parents make. And no, it has nothing to do with sugar, screen time, or TV. When we think about protecting our children, we usually think about healthy food, school, or staying active. But one of the most important skills for their health and safety is knowing they have the right to say "no." No to a hug that makes them uncomfortable. No to a situation that doesn't feel right. No to peer pressure. No to any adult who asks them to keep a secret that makes them feel scared, ashamed, or uncomfortable. And this isn't just my opinion. Organizations like the World Health Organization and the American Academy of Pediatrics emphasize that teaching children about body autonomy, personal boundaries, and open communication is an important part of preventing child abuse and violence. In real life, that means teaching children to trust their instincts, understand that their body belongs to them, and know they can always talk to a trusted adult if something makes them feel uncomfortable. I'm Dr. Ramneek Dosanjh, a family physician, a mother of three, and President of the Federation of Medical Women of Canada. And unfortunately, I see many adults who were never taught these lessons. They're the ones who say "yes" when they really want to say "no." Who stay in relationships where they're not treated with respect. Who become overwhelmed at work because they don't know how to set healthy boundaries. Who tolerate situations that hurt them because they're afraid of disappointing or upsetting other people. Teaching a child to say "no" doesn't create a disrespectful child. It helps raise a child who understands that their body, their feelings, and their personal boundaries deserve to be respected. My mission is help you stay healthy so you can spend more time with the people you love and doing the things that matter most… So follow me

This is how babies are being "hypnotized." (air quotes) And not even science knows all of the long-term consequences. Children's shows like CoComelon, Little Angel, and Blippi, which many parents allow their babies to watch from the first few months of life, are created using bright colours, memorable sounds, repetitive songs, and other audiovisual elements designed to capture children's attention. This combination of audiovisual features creates an almost "hypnotic" state of attention, making it difficult for children to stop watching. As a result, the brain starts wanting more and more of that feeling of pleasure created by the constant stimulation. A study published in the journal Pediatrics by Lillard and Peterson tried to understand how the pace of children's shows affects young children. The researchers divided young children into three groups: one watched a faster-paced cartoon, another watched a slower-paced cartoon, and the third spent the same amount of time drawing. After just a few minutes, the children who watched the faster-paced program had more difficulty with tasks involving attention, impulse control, and organization of thought. And what many parents are reporting is: More restless and irritable children. Possible speech delays. Difficulty focusing. And screen addiction starting at a very young age. The biggest concern is that because this type of strategy is still so new, we simply don't know what the long-term consequences will be for these children as they grow into adulthood. But do you know where else we see the same pattern of bright colours, rapid rewards, and sound patterns used in these children's shows? Casinos. An industry that has spent decades studying how to make people addicted. Tell me in the comments: what shows do your children watch the most? I'm Dr. Ramneek Dosanjh, a family physician, a mother of three, and President of the Federation of Medical Women of Canada. My mission is help you stay healthy so you can spend more time with the people you love and doing the things that matter most… So follow me