Here's a little help with the cost of visiting us at the upcoming Toronto Outdoor Adventure show Feb 22-24, 2013 at the

International Centre

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The BBC today.  UK Health officials  believe they have the strongest evidence yet that a new respiratory illness similar to the  Sars virus may spread from person to person. Although the risk for person to person transmission is considered very low, there appears to be a link to bats.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-21442519

­Whether you are throwing a football, shooting a puck, swimming some laps or climbing a mountain, all athletes should be prepared for injuries to occur. As an athlete you should always be proactive and have a first aid kit on site, so that you can tend to your wound, recover quickly and minimize the impact of your injury.

It is important to consider which sport you will be participating in as certain injuries are more common in specific sports. For example, bruises, abrasions and sprained ankles are more commonly seen in baseball, so you should tailor your kit to include items that pertain to your favourite sport.  However, here is a list for some basic essentials that should be included in any athlete’s first aid kit. Continue reading →

If you are in the market to buy a stethoscope, then you are probably surfing the net for a high quality and low priced product. However, there is one more variable you should consider when shopping online for a stethoscope - you should buy from a Canadian retailer. If you are a resident of Canada, then you will want to buy your stethoscope from a Canadian retailer for several reasons:

1. Shipping: First and foremost, we have all dealt with the dreaded shipping costs when ordering internationally. You may find a very affordable stethoscope that meets all of your criteria, but when you process the order, you end up paying double the original price in shipping costs. When you purchase your stethoscope in Canada, you will not incur these large costs as the delivery will be more local.
2. Quality Products: When purchasing a stethoscope, you want to ensure it is good quality and manufactured following the highest standards. If you are looking to purchase stethoscopes outside of Canada, you may end up getting a faulty or counterfeit product. Continue reading →