Mental Health
Seasonal Depression: Symptoms, Causes & What to Eat
Seasonal depression is not simply “feeling a bit down” when the weather turns cold. It is a recognized mental health condition …
Medical Author
Canada Health Journal Editorial Team
Editorial Team · Canada Health Journal
Articles on Canada Health Journal are researched and written by our editorial team. Every article is checked for accuracy against guidance from Canadian and international health authorities — including Health Canada, the Public Health Agency of Canada, and peer-reviewed medical literature — and updated as guidance changes.
Our content is written for general education. It is not medical advice and is not a substitute for consulting a licensed healthcare professional. See our Editorial Policy, Corrections Policy, and Medical Disclaimer for how we source, review, and correct our content.
Articles by Canada Health Journal Editorial Team
General Health
Adrenergic Drugs: What They Are and How They Work
Adrenergic drugs are a class of medications that act on your body’s adrenergic system. This system uses adrenaline — also called …
General Health
Adhesions: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Normally, the organs and tissues inside your body have smooth surfaces that allow them to move freely.
Heart & Cardiovascular Health
Esophageal Varices: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Esophageal varices are similar to varicose veins, but they form deep inside the body. They develop when scar tissue in the liver …
Heart & Cardiovascular Health
Leg Ulcers: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
A leg ulcer is an open wound on the lower leg or foot that takes more than six weeks to heal.
General Health
Thyroid Gland: What It Does and Why It Matters
Your thyroid gland is a small but powerful organ that controls much of how your body functions every day.
General Health
Screening Test: What It Is and Why It Matters
A screening test is one of the most powerful tools in preventive health care. It checks for possible health conditions in people …
Parenting & Child Development
Dyspraxia in Children: Signs, Causes & Treatment
Dyspraxia — also called Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) — is a condition where the brain struggles to plan and send …
Parenting & Child Development
Child Sexual Development: A Parent’s Guide
Understanding child sexual development is one of the most important — and often most uncomfortable — parts of raising a healthy …
General Health
Warning Signs of Pain You Should Never Ignore
Your body uses pain to send you a message. Most of the time, a sore back from moving furniture or an upset stomach after a big …