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Are cold sores the same as herpes?
You see a sore on your mouth in the mirror. Is it a cold sore, or herpes? Are they the same thing? Here’s the answers, plus how to prevent future outbreaks.

I have ovarian cysts, does that mean I have PCOS?
Polycystic ovary syndrome and ovarian cysts are two separate conditions. Confused? Learn why having ovarian cysts doesn’t necessarily mean you…

Kids with food allergies: checklist for a safe school year
Back to school can be both exciting and nerve-wracking. For parents especially, the return to school routine is a relief…

What’s quality of life at work, and why does it matter?
“While having employment is itself vital to people’s health and well-being, the quality of people’s work is also a major…

Monkeypox: symptoms, causes, and treatment
It seemed like the world was beginning to get back to “normal” following two years of the COVID-19 pandemic. And…

Ear infection or swimmer’s ear — what’s the difference?
Swimmer’s ear may seem like a made-up name for an ear infection, but it’s not. Not only is swimmer’s ear…

What is summer asthma and how do I manage it?
Asthma doesn’t always stay stable — it’s highly sensitive to what’s going on around you. If you have it, you…

Heat exhaustion vs. heatstroke: signs and differences
The dog days of summer might be waning, but that doesn’t mean the heat is. Summer lasts well into September,…

8 strategies to help employees with inflation
In June, Canada’s inflation rate rose to 8.1%, the fastest annual increase in the cost of living in decades. While…

How do I know if I have a yeast infection?
Yeast infections are pretty common, but that doesn’t make their itching and discomfort any less terrible. Thankfully, yeast infections aren’t…

Baby poop: a guide for parents
Baby poop is weird and colourful and changes often. You need a guide to baby poop to let you know…
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