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How serious is Lyme disease?
According to the Government of Canada, cases of Lyme disease in Canada have skyrocketed from a low of 143 in 2010 to a high of 3,147 in 2021 as climate change, animal migration, and continued land use have expanded ticks’ habitat. Given the number of unreported cases and the individuals who don’t realize they’re infected,…

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How do harmful food ingredients affect your health?
Regular exposure to certain food additives, contaminants, carcinogens, and mutagens in your diet adds up over time, which can increase your risk of developing cancer. Thankfully, there are things you can do to help counteract this. While no single food or diet can guarantee good health, making healthier dietary choices may reduce your cancer risk.…

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Are food detoxes and cleanses worth it?
Remember the low-fat food craze in the ‘90s or the Atkins Diet in the ‘00s? These were just a couple of diet fads that have come and gone over the years. They often lead to quick weight loss that isn’t healthy or sustainable. Yet, one diet trend has stuck around for many years and is…

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What are the complications of IBS?
Canadians have one of the highest rates of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) in the world. Unsurprisingly, this makes IBS a leading cause of work absenteeism in Canada. And, because it’s typically a lifelong condition, individuals with IBS often require medical support across their lifespan. Without treatment, it can result in a number of complications. However,…

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Should I see a doctor even if I feel fine?
Canadians aren’t placing enough importance on preventative medical care. We know this because chronic diseases like cancer, heart disease, diabetes, and chronic respiratory diseases account for 65% of deaths every year in this country — despite many of their underlying causes being preventable. In fact, 80% of Canadians have at least one modifiable risk factor…

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What expectant mothers need to know
Expecting your first child can be exciting and scary. Your body changes as your baby grows, and you might not understand what’s happening or why. On top of that, there’s the stress of not getting timely appointments with a doctor when you need care. Below are some common symptoms that can develop from your first…

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How a dietitian can help with weight loss
We all know that the process of losing weight can feel insurmountable, from understanding proper nutrition to implementing good dietary choices to sticking to those choices when temptation comes our way. Not surprisingly, 51% of Canadians say it’s important to make healthy food choices, but find it difficult to do so. Add to that 41%…

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Managing PCOS symptoms with a healthy diet
A healthy diet can help alleviate insulin resistance, which is linked to PCOS. What's the best diet for PCOS? Learn the fundamentals here.

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How employers can create a culture of psychological safety
In 2015, Google’s People Operations team embarked on a mission to answer a very simple question: What makes a team at Google effective? After months of rigorous research, including more than 200 interviews, the team discovered something surprising: What mattered was less about who was on the team, and more about how the team interacted…

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How do I know if I have whooping cough?
It may sound like a relic from an earlier time, but whooping cough is alive and well and likely circulating in your community. While you’re probably vaccinated against it, that won’t necessarily prevent you from getting it. Here’s how to spot the symptoms of whooping cough and when to see a healthcare provider for treatment.…

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How dermatologists can help with seasonal hair loss
Do you notice that you lose more hair in certain seasons of the year? A dermatologist can help. We go over possible hair loss solutions in this article.

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