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Everybody falls at some point — it’s an inevitable part of life. However, not everyone can get back up again afterwards. It turns out that falls are the leading cause of injury-related hospitalizations for both the under-14…

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While diabetes is a well-known condition, the type of doctor to help manage it — an endocrinologist — might not ring a bell. Despite this, the two often go hand-in-hand. Here’s what to expect at your endocrinology appointment and how…

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Having a sinus infection is basically a guaranteed way to spend a lot of time feeling lousy. Its throbbing ache can make it hard just to get through the day. But there are ways of easing your discomfort. Here’s how…

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Movember is a month-long charity initiative that shines a light on men’s health, specifically prostate cancer, testicular cancer, and mental health. You’ll see men growing out their moustaches to raise money in support of the cause. And…

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Everyone knows someone whose life has been ripped apart by a cancer diagnosis, especially when it comes to breast cancer. The more you know about the disease, however, and the more you can spot its potential signs and symptoms, the…

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Yeast infections are pretty common, but that doesn’t make their itching and discomfort any less terrible. Thankfully, yeast infections aren’t a lasting issue. They’re typically resolvable with a day or two of treatment — and sometimes without. Certain cases, however,…

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If the cold and flu season has gotten you down, you’re not alone. According to Statistics Canada, Canadians are absent from work an average of 9.5 days a year due to illness. If you find that you’re getting…

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Feeling burnt out? You’re not alone. Trying to manage daily stress, whether it’s related to work or your home life, can feel overwhelming, exhausting, and leave you drained. But feeling burnt out doesn’t mean you’re unable to deal with life’s…

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If you feel like your sleep just isn’t cutting it these days, you’re not alone. Millions of Canadians wrestle with falling and staying asleep, and all that sleep deprivation has real consequences. The financial estimates alone add up to more…

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Going dry for February or at the beginning of the year comes with many health benefits. The negative effects of drinking alcohol are wide-ranging, and even moderate drinkers aren’t immune to them. Here’s how to go dry for…

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