Hypertension Life Insurance
Key Takeaways Hypertension or high blood pressure is one of the most common chronic conditions in Canada, affecting nearly a quarter of adults aged 20 to 79. Having hypertension makes an individual more susceptible to heart disease and stroke, the second leading cause of death in Canada. But does that mean you can’t get life […]
Sleep Apnea & Life Insurance
Key Takeaways According to the NIH, in 2024, an estimated 5.4 million Canadians were diagnosed with sleep apnea, with this number expected to increase in the coming years. But what is sleep apnea, and how can it impact your ability to get life insurance? Let’s find out! Sleep Apnea and Its Impact on Life Insurance […]
Life Insurance After a Heart Attack
According to Statistics Canada, heart attacks or strokes are the second leading cause of death in Canada, accounting for over 53,000 deaths per year. The worrying part about heart disease is that it rarely shows any symptoms until it’s too late. This is why heart attacks have such high fatality rates and why insurers consider […]
Crohn’s Disease and Life Insurance: What You Need to Know
According to Crohn’s and Colitis Canada, about 1 in 140 people live with Crohn’s or ulcerative colitis. That’s more than 300,000 Canadians, and this number is rising year on year. If you have been recently diagnosed with Crohn’s or know someone who has, you are likely wondering, will this impact life insurance? In a word, […]