Cancer
Jaw Tumours: Types, Symptoms & Treatment Options
A jaw tumour is a mass of tissue caused by the abnormal, uncontrolled growth of cells in or around the mandible.
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Oral Health
Apicoectomy: What Canadians Need to Know
An apicoectomy is a minor surgical procedure that can save a tooth when a regular root canal treatment is not enough.
Oral Health
Dry Socket: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
After a dentist removes a tooth, a blood clot normally forms in the empty socket. This clot acts as a protective covering for the …
Diabetes
Hypoglycemia Diet: Foods to Eat and Avoid
A hypoglycemia diet can make a real difference if you struggle with low blood sugar. Hypoglycemia happens when your blood sugar …
General Health
Hydrogen Cyanide Poisoning: Symptoms, Risks & Safety
Hydrogen cyanide (HCN) is a colourless gas or liquid with a faint smell sometimes described as bitter almonds. However, not …
General Health
Electron Acceptor: What It Means for Your Health
An electron acceptor is a substance that gains electrons during a chemical reaction called reduction.
Neurological Disorders
Parkinson’s Disease Symptoms: Early Warning Signs
Recognizing Parkinson’s disease symptoms early can make a real difference in how well the condition is managed.
Neurological Disorders
Parkinson’s Disease and Sleep: What Canadians Should Know
Parkinson’s disease is a movement disorder. It causes nerve cells in a specific part of the brain to slowly break down and die …
Respiratory Health
Cough: Types, Causes & When to See a Doctor
A cough is one of the most common reasons Canadians visit their family doctor or local walk-in clinic.
Respiratory Health
Wet Cough: Causes, Treatments & When to See a Doctor
A wet cough — sometimes called a productive cough or chest cough — brings up mucus or phlegm from your lungs.