More than 11 million Canadians are living with diabetes or pre-diabetes, which can lead to Type 2 diabetes if left untreated. Rates continue to increase without any signs of levelling or decreasing. In the past 20 years, more than 50 approved medications have been introduced to help Canadians manage …
Painting the Town Yellow: Yukon’s Bold Alcohol Labelling Experiment and the Lessons for Canada
Ah, the Yukon! More than just a land of pristine wilderness and gold rush relics, it's now leading the charge in a different kind of precious commodity – health awareness. A bold experiment that married Health Canada funding and the Yukon Liquor Corporation's bold initiative might just have brewed a …
Advancements in Menopause Treatments: Enhancing Life Quality for Women in Canada
Menopause remains a health concern that numerous women in my medical practice feel uneasy discussing. This health issue continues to be surrounded by silence, stigmatization, and, unfortunately, normalization. The inherited belief that women are destined to endure the transitional phase or "change …
Seasonal allergies or asthma? Know the difference
With warmer weather upon us, triggers like pollen, ragweed, trees, and grass are making life uncomfortable for many Canadians – leaving sufferers with runny noses, itchy eyes, coughs, and difficulty breathing. It’s estimated that 18 per cent or more than six million Canadians are impacted by …
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Find Reliable Health Information for Your Family from Canadian Medical Experts
There is a lot of misinformation to navigate when it comes to our health. There is also a dangerin “Dr. Google” because as consumers of healthcare, we may not always find the most up-to-date information on the internet that is relevant to our own situation. There is also the issue of knowing …