General Health
Abulia: What It Is and How to Get Help
Abulia comes from the Greek word meaning “lack of will.” It is a neurological and psychological symptom that reduces a person’s …
Medical Author
Dr. Linda Chen, RD, PhD
Registered Dietitian · Canada Health Journal
Dr. Linda Chen is a registered dietitian and PhD in Nutritional Sciences from the University of British Columbia. With expertise in clinical nutrition, sports dietetics, and gut health, she has worked with leading Canadian hospitals and sports organizations. Dr. Chen is a member of Dietitians of Canada and regularly contributes to national nutrition policy discussions.
Articles by Dr. Linda Chen, RD, PhD
General Health
DEXA Scan: What Is a Bone Density Test?
A DEXA scan is a quick, painless test that measures how strong and dense your bones are. It stands for dual-energy X-ray …
General Health
Ablepharia: What Canadians Need to Know
Ablepharia — sometimes spelled ablepharon — refers to the total or partial absence of the eyelids at birth.
General Health
Abductor Muscles: Function, Types & Exercises
Your abductor muscles are some of the hardest-working muscles in your body. They control the movement of pulling a limb away from …
General Health
Abduction Movement: What It Means for Your Body
In simple terms, abduction movement means moving a body part away from the centre of your body.
General Health
Abducens Nerve: What It Does and Why It Matters
The abducens nerve is the sixth of twelve cranial nerves in your body. It plays a key role in controlling eye movement.
General Health
Abdomen: What It Is and How It Works
Your abdomen is one of the most important parts of your body. It is the lower section of your trunk, and it holds most of your …
General Health
Abscess: Causes, Symptoms & When to Get Help
An abscess is a painful pocket of pus that forms when your body fights a bacterial infection. It can appear almost anywhere on or …
General Health
Abandonment: Effects on Mental Health and Well-Being
In everyday language, abandonment means being left behind or deserted. In a psychiatric context, abandonment refers to the …
Diabetes
Diabetic Foot Ulcers: Causes, Treatment & Care
A diabetic foot ulcer is an open sore or wound that develops on the foot of a person living with diabetes.