Skin Conditions
Skin Rashes: Types, Causes & When to See a Doctor
The term “skin rash” does not have one precise medical meaning. Doctors use it to describe many different skin conditions, most of …
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Articles by Canada Health Journal Editorial Team
Respiratory Health
Lung Disease: Types, Symptoms & Prevention
Your lungs are spongy, elastic organs inside your chest, sitting above the diaphragm. They are part of your respiratory system and …
Respiratory Health
White Lung Disease: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
White lung disease gets its name from the appearance of the lungs on an X-ray or CT scan. Healthy lung tissue looks dark on …
Heart & Cardiovascular Health
Target Heart Rate: How to Find Your Optimal Zone
Your target heart rate is one of the most useful tools for exercising safely and effectively.
Heart & Cardiovascular Health
Cardiomyopathy: Types, Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
Cardiomyopathy means the heart muscle has become weakened, thickened, or stiffened. As a result, the heart cannot pump blood as …
Sexual Health & STDs
Oral Sex and STIs: Risks, Symptoms & Protection
Many Canadians are surprised to learn that oral sex and STIs are closely linked. Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) can spread …
Sexual Health & STDs
Oral Sex and STIs: Risks, Symptoms & Prevention
Most people know that sexual activity carries some risk of infection. But many Canadians are surprised to learn that oral sex and …
Pregnancy Complications
Smoking and Miscarriage: What the Research Says
The link between smoking and miscarriage is something every pregnant person deserves to understand.