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PrEP: what is it and how does it reduce HIV risk and infection?
Medicine has come a long way since acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) was first identified in the 1980s. But while AIDS is treatable, there’s still no cure for it. The best way to protect yourself from AIDS and HIV, the virus…
Six sexual issues that are more common than you think
Talking about sex is less taboo than it used to be, but that doesn’t make it a comfortable topic to…
Four things to look out for on your next outdoor trip
As you rush to soak up the dog days of summer, it’s normal to want to pack in as much…
The delta and lambda variants — what you need to know
Humans and viruses are both successful adaptors, adept at changing to suit their environment. So it’s no surprise that as…
Six exercises to achieve better posture
With all the time we spend hunched over devices, we need to take some time each day to tune into…
Mental health benefits for being in nature
If the warm weather has you fantasizing about ditching the city for fresh air and plenty of trees, you’re not…
Five signs you may need speech therapy
If you or someone you love has ever experienced a speech or language disorder, you understand how challenging it can…
How alcohol can affect you in the bedroom — for men
Getting drinks is often part of the dating ritual — it can help you loosen up and feel more relaxed.…
Questions to ask when you’re prescribed something new
Taking your medication improperly can render it ineffective or worse, so it’s important to get it right. Unfortunately, almost 40%…
What does a standard check-up involve?
Almost 15% of Canadians don’t have a family doctor. Whether you’re part of this group or not, it may have…
Hives: the alarm bells of our body
Anyone who’s ever found themselves feeling itchy or uncomfortable after eating certain foods, or taking a specific kind of medication,…
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