Cancer
Brachytherapy: Internal Radiation for Cancer
Brachytherapy is sometimes called internal radiation therapy. The word comes from the Greek word “brachy,” meaning short distance …
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Skin Conditions
Hailey-Hailey Disease: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Hailey-Hailey disease is a genetic skin condition passed down through families. It causes the outer layer of skin — the epidermis …
Skin Conditions
Fifth Disease: Symptoms, Treatment & What Parents Should Know
Fifth disease is sometimes called “slapped cheek disease” because of the bright red rash that appears on the face.
Respiratory Health
Alternative Asthma Treatments: What Canadians Should Know
Many Canadians living with asthma look beyond their prescribed inhalers for extra relief. Alternative asthma treatments — such as …