Live Well / Be Well

Explore our health and wellness blog with a Manitoba focus.

Building resilience

Building resilience

Do you ever wonder why some people can adapt to whatever life throws at them more easily than others?

Beyond the binary – gender identity in youth

Beyond the binary – gender identity in youth

While public awareness around gender identity in youth is growing, many parents still have questions.

Introducing the Colour of Caring Healthy CommUnity Challenge

Introducing the Colour of Caring Healthy CommUnity Challenge

Have an innovative idea to support mental health in your community?

Manitoba Blue Cross

August 19, 2022

Tips for your hips – expert advice to improve hip mobility

Tips for your hips – expert advice to improve hip mobility

Your hips play a vital role in your lower body’s range of motion.

What to know before investing in cryptocurrency

What to know before investing in cryptocurrency

With a history of ups and downs, potential cryptocurrency investors should be cautious before rushing in.

Let it be – mindfulness

Let it be – mindfulness

With so many aspects of our daily lives out of our control, mindfulness helps us manage the only thing we can influence – our thoughts.

The power of positive self-talk

The power of positive self-talk

Positive self-talk can improve your overall well-being and help you feel good about yourself.

The return to travel: How to stay safe

The return to travel: How to stay safe

COVID has added another layer to travel planning. Travel safe with these recommendations and resources.

Indigenous Youth Storytelling at Assiniboine Park

Indigenous Youth Storytelling at Assiniboine Park

Every summer, Indigenous youth gather for the Indigenous Youth Storytelling Program.

Problem gambling

Problem gambling

Who is most at risk for problem gambling, and how can we help those affected?

Gardening is good for you

Gardening is good for you

Getting outside and growing a garden can make you happier and healthier.

Eating healthy on a budget

Eating healthy on a budget

The cost of groceries is skyrocketing, but there are simple ways to shop for healthy foods while staying on budget.

How to deal with doomscrolling

How to deal with doomscrolling

When we surround ourselves with information during hard times, we can find ourselves buried in negative news – and end up doomscrolling.

Strength training – not just for body builders

Strength training – not just for body builders

When we think of exercise, our first thought is usually cardio – not training to strengthen your muscles. So just how important is building and maintaining muscle?

Spring cleaning for your mental health

Spring cleaning for your mental health

Spring cleaning may not be your favourite thing to do, but there is a connection between this annual ritual and your mental health.

If you are in crisis, in need of immediate assistance or are experiencing thoughts of suicide:

Call 911 or your local emergency services or go to the emergency ward of your local hospital
Contact Klinic Crisis Line at 204.786.8686 or toll-free at 1.888.322.3019