General Health
Complete Blood Count: What Your CBC Results Mean (2025)
A complete blood count (CBC) is one of the most frequently ordered blood tests by doctors across Canada, providing a detailed …
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
Nutrition & Healthy Eating
Food Allergies Canada: 8 Most Common Types & Symptoms
Food allergies in Canada are among the most common health concerns, affecting approximately 8% of children and 6% of adults across …
Diabetes
Blood Glucose Test: What Your Results Mean in Canada
A blood glucose test measures the amount of sugar (glucose) in your blood and is one of the most important screening tools used by …
Heart & Cardiovascular Health
LDL Cholesterol: What Your Numbers Really Mean (Canada)
LDL cholesterol is one of the most important markers your doctor monitors to assess your heart disease risk, yet many Canadians …
Medical Tests & Diagnostics
17-Ketosteroids Urine Test: Results & Guide Canada
A 17-ketosteroids urine test measures specific hormone by-products in your urine to help your doctor evaluate adrenal and gonadal …
Men's Health
Prostate Disease: Cancer vs. Enlargement in Canada (2025)
Prostate disease is one of the most serious health concerns facing Canadian men today, affecting thousands across the country each …
General Health
Pituitary Tumours: Symptoms, Types & Treatment Canada
Pituitary tumours are abnormal growths that develop in the pituitary gland, a small pea-sized organ located deep at the base of …
Orthopedics & Bone Health
Neck Muscle Spasms: Causes, Symptoms & Relief Canada
Neck muscle spasms are sudden, involuntary contractions in the muscles of your neck that can strike anyone at any time — and they …
General Health
Hyperlordosis: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment in Canada
Hyperlordosis is a spinal condition where the lower back curves too far inward, creating an exaggerated C-shape that can lead to …
General Health
Allergies in Canada: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment (2025)
Allergies in Canada affect approximately one in five people, making them one of the most common chronic health conditions across …