Heart & Cardiovascular Health
Deep Vein Thrombosis: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
A blood clot, also called a thrombus, can form in two types of veins: surface veins (just under the skin) or deep veins (further …
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Articles by Canada Health Journal Editorial Team
Heart & Cardiovascular Health
Deep Vein Thrombosis: Warning Signs & What to Do
Deep vein thrombosis happens when a blood clot forms inside a deep vein, most often in the lower leg or thigh.
General Health
Retina: What It Is, How It Works & Eye Diseases
The retina is one of the most important parts of your eye. It is a thin layer of tissue that lines the inside back wall of the …
General Health
Free Radicals: What They Are and How They Harm You
A free radical is a molecule with an unpaired electron on its outer edge. This makes it highly unstable and reactive.
Parenting & Child Development
Microcephaly in Children: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Microcephaly is diagnosed when a child’s head circumference measures much smaller than average for children of the same age and …
Parenting & Child Development
Hair Loss in Children: Causes, Signs & When to Act
All children lose some hair every day. Finding a few strands on a hairbrush or pillow is not a cause for concern.
General Health
Sunscreen UVA UVB Protection: What Canadians Need to Know
Choosing the right broad-spectrum sunscreen is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your skin.
General Health
Zenker’s Diverticulum: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
A diverticulum is a medical term for an abnormal, sac-shaped pouch that forms in the wall of a hollow organ.
Cancer
Skin Biopsy: What Canadians Need to Know
A skin biopsy is one of the most reliable tools doctors use to diagnose skin cancer and other skin conditions.
Cancer
Caffeine and Exercise: Can They Prevent Skin Cancer?
Could your morning coffee and a trip to the gym actually help protect your skin? New research suggests that combining caffeine and …