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What Causes Lower Back Pain During Cold or Flu
What Causes Lower Back Pain During Cold or Flu
As the cold and flu season sets in, many of us are bracing for the familiar symptoms: a runny nose, sore throat, and fatigue. But for some, a less common discomfort may also arise — lower back pain.

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Why do my Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Symptoms Come and Go?
Why do my Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Symptoms Come and Go?
Dealing with discomfort while urinating or suddenly feeling the need to go can be unsettling. However, you’re not alone; urinary tract infections (UTIs) are one of the most common reasons people head to their doctors. These…

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How Long Does a Flu Cough Last
How Long Does a Flu Cough Last
When flu season approaches in Canada — by November and December — the usual symptoms like fever and fatigue are common companions. However, one symptom that often overstays its welcome is the lingering…

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Stages of the Flu
Stages of the Flu
During the 2022 to 2023 season, there were over 74,000 lab-confirmed cases of the flu in Canada. For many families, the flu means missed school days, loss of work, and, in severe cases,…

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How Long Does a Flu Last
How Long Does a Flu Last
The flu, or influenza, is a common respiratory virus that affects thousands of Canadians each year. In many cases, the illness passes within 3-14 days without severe complications. Understanding the typical duration of…

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3 Ways Virtual Health Care Can Help You Manage Back-to-School Sicknesses
3 Ways Virtual Health Care Can Help You Manage Back-to-School Sicknesses
The back-to-school season means the return of a few fall delights, like a new pair of sneakers, just-sharpened pencils, and a classroom full of new friends. But it can also bring a few unpleasantries — like back-to-school sicknesses.…

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How Long After Sex to Test for STIs?
How Long After Sex to Test for STIs?
If you’re sexually active — even if you use protection, like condoms or dams — you’re at risk for contracting an STI. Some people have a higher risk of getting an STI, including those who have multiple sex…

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What STIs are Tested by Urine
What STIs are Tested by Urine
Sexually transmitted infections, or STIs, are infections that are primarily spread through sexual contact — and they’ve been on the rise in Canada for over a decade. They…

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How Long Does it Take to get STI Test Results Back from the Doctor
How Long Does it Take to get STI Test Results Back from the Doctor
Regular testing for sexually transmitted infections is an important aspect of preventative health for anyone who is sexually active. Yet, around half of Canadians have never had an STI test. Some cite the

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Instant UTI Relief Tips | How to Relieve UTI Pain
Instant UTI Relief Tips | How to Relieve UTI Pain
If you’re experiencing discomfort when you pee, you’re not alone. You might be dealing with a urinary tract infection (UTI). UTIs are quite common, especially among women. According to the Kidney Foundation, Canadian…

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