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Health screening tests every man needs
Men are sometimes stoic when it comes to taking care of their health. But, men shouldn’t skip the four medical tests outlined in this article.
Breast cancer: causes, symptoms, treatment, and prevention
Everyone knows someone whose life has been ripped apart by a cancer diagnosis, especially when it comes to breast cancer.…
How can you prevent STIs?
Over 60% of Canadians report never having STI testing, which means there are a lot of people walking around who…
Prickly heat (heat rash): symptoms, treatment, and prevention
Hot and humid conditions are ideal for developing prickly heat rash, but they’re not its only cause. Heat rash can…
Navigating challenging and high-risk pregnancies
Finding out you’re pregnant can be a joyful and exciting event. For many people, however, pregnancy comes with hardships. Many…
What is mental health and what can I do to boost it?
Mental health is a commonly talked-about topic, but its definition is a bit fuzzy. What is mental health, and what…
Flu season in Canada: how to protect yourself
If you have the flu, you know the phrase “just the flu” doesn’t accurately describe it. While it’s technically an…
Low FODMAP diet: benefits and food list
Having irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), a disorder that affects the gastrointestinal tract, can interfere with your everyday life. It often…
Food poisoning in summer: how to prevent it
If you’re like most Canadians, you take every opportunity to get outside once the warm weather arrives. This often means…
15 habits that are making your acne worse
Acne often feels like it pops up at the worst times. Your initial reaction might be to scrub your face…
How many sexual partners is “too many”?
Sex is a personal thing. Everyone has different tastes, desires, and hang-ups. Some have one sexual partner for their entire…
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