Neurological Disorders
Headache Causes, Symptoms & When to See a Doctor
Understanding headache causes and symptoms is something most of us need to do at some point.
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Articles by Canada Health Journal Editorial Team
Women's Health
Missed Period: Causes, Symptoms & When to Act
A missed period can be alarming, but it is often not a sign of serious illness. Doctors call this condition amenorrhea, and it …
Respiratory Health
Tracheobronchitis: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
Tracheobronchitis occurs when the lining of your trachea and bronchi becomes inflamed and swollen.
Heart & Cardiovascular Health
Amputation: Causes, Types, and Recovery in Canada
An amputation can happen in two ways. A traumatic amputation occurs suddenly due to an accident or injury.
General Health
Electrolytes: What They Are and Why They Matter
Electrolytes are minerals that break into tiny charged particles called ions when dissolved in water. These ions carry electrical …
General Health
Double Vision: Causes, Types & Treatments
Double vision occurs when your eyes or brain cannot properly combine what each eye sees into one clear image. Instead of seeing …
Men's Health
Male Genital Health: Conditions Every Man Should Know
The male reproductive system has one main job: to produce, store, and deliver sperm. It also produces hormones like testosterone, …
Genetics & Congenital Disorders
Fragile X Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Fragile X syndrome is caused by a change, or mutation, in a single gene called FMR1. This gene sits on the X chromosome.
General Health
Respiratory Acidosis: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Your body works hard to keep your blood at a stable pH level — a measure of how acidic or alkaline it is. Healthy blood has a pH …
General Health
Nucleic Acids: What They Are and Why They Matter
Nucleic acids are large, naturally occurring molecules made up of smaller units called nucleotides.