Pregnancy Complications
Asthma During Pregnancy: Safe Treatment & Risks Canada
Asthma during pregnancy is more common than many Canadians realize, affecting up to 8% of expectant mothers across the country.
Medical Author
Dr. Michael Ross, MD, FRCSC
Orthopedic Surgeon · Canada Health Journal
Dr. Michael Ross is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon at the University of Alberta Hospital, specializing in joint replacement and sports medicine. A Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada (FRCSC), he has over 18 years of surgical experience and has authored multiple textbook chapters on musculoskeletal health. Dr. Ross is passionate about patient education and evidence-based medicine.
Articles by Dr. Michael Ross, MD, FRCSC
Breast Health
Nipple Discharge: Causes, Colours & When to Worry Canada
Nipple discharge is any fluid that leaks from one or both nipples, and it is one of the most common breast health concerns that …
Breast Health
Breast Health Symptoms: Signs You Should Never Ignore
Breast health symptoms are something every Canadian should understand — not just for cancer awareness, but because many common …
Breast Health
Breast Fibroadenoma: Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment
A breast fibroadenoma is one of the most common benign breast lumps found in women across Canada, yet discovering one can …
Breast Health
Breast Pain: Causes, Tests & Treatment in Canada
Breast pain, also called mastalgia, is one of the most common concerns women bring to their family doctor or walk-in clinic in …
Breast Health
Breast Cyst: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment in Canada
A breast cyst is a fluid-filled sac that develops inside breast tissue, and it is one of the most common breast concerns among …
Kidney Disease
Renal Agenesis: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment in Canada
Renal agenesis is a rare congenital condition in which a baby is born without one or both kidneys, and understanding it early can …
Addiction & Substance Abuse
Online Slot Addiction: Health Effects & Help for Canadians
Online slot addiction is a behavioural disorder where a person compulsively plays digital slot games despite negative …
Kidney Disease
Diabetes Insipidus: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment Canada
Diabetes insipidus is a rare but manageable condition that causes extreme thirst and the production of very large amounts of …
Kidney Disease
Kidney Biopsy: What Canadians Need to Know in 2025
A kidney biopsy is one of the most important diagnostic procedures used by Canadian doctors to identify serious kidney conditions.