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HTLV Virus: What Canadians Need to Know
The HTLV virus — short for Human T-Cell Leukemia/Lymphoma Virus — is a rare but serious infection that affects the immune system.
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Hormone Therapy for Cancer: What Canadians Should Know
Hormone therapy for cancer is not the same as hormone replacement therapy (HRT) used during menopause.
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Parathyroid Hormone: What It Does and Why It Matters
PTH acts like a control switch for calcium in your body. When calcium in your blood drops too low, your parathyroid glands release …
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Growth Hormone: What It Does and Why It Matters
In children, growth hormone is responsible for increasing height and building strong bones.
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Low Muscle Tone: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Muscle tone refers to the tension or resistance in your muscles when they are at rest. Healthy muscles are always slightly active, …
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Low Sodium Levels: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Sodium is an electrolyte — a mineral that carries an electrical charge in your body. It helps regulate how much water your cells …
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Hypodermis: What Your Deepest Skin Layer Does
The hypodermis is the deepest layer of your skin. It sits just below the dermis and above your muscles and bones.
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Low Calcium Levels: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Calcium is one of the most important minerals in your body. It keeps your bones strong, helps your muscles contract, and supports …
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High Uric Acid: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Uric acid is a natural waste product. Your body makes it when it breaks down substances called purines, which are found in many …
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Portal Hypertension: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Your portal vein does an important job. It collects blood from your stomach, small intestine, colon, spleen, and pancreas, and …