Oral Health
Gum Disease: Signs, Symptoms & Prevention Tips
Gum disease is an infection of the tissues that hold your teeth in place. It is caused by a buildup of plaque — a sticky film of …
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Articles by Canada Health Journal Editorial Team
Oral Health
Fluoride and Cavity Prevention: What Canadians Should Know
Every day, the bacteria in your mouth feed on sugars and produce acids. These acids attack the outer layer of your teeth, called …
Diabetes
Diabetic Ketoacidosis: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
Diabetic ketoacidosis occurs when blood sugar rises to dangerously high levels and ketones build up in the blood.
Women's Health
Amenorrhea: Types, Causes, and Treatment Options
Amenorrhea simply means not having a menstrual period. It is not a disease on its own — rather, it is a sign that something else …
Skin Conditions
Skin Conditions: Types, Causes and Treatments
Your skin is your body’s largest organ — and it faces a lot every day. Skin conditions range from mild rashes to serious …
Skin Conditions
Scleroderma: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment in Canada
The word scleroderma literally means “hard skin.” It is a long-term autoimmune condition where the body produces too much collagen …
Neurological Disorders
Fucosidosis: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Fucosidosis occurs when a specific gene stops working properly. This causes harmful substances to build up inside cells, leading …
Neurological Disorders
Dementia: Causes, Symptoms & When to Get Help
Dementia describes a group of symptoms that affect the brain. These symptoms make it hard for a person to remember things, think …
Respiratory Health
Rare Lung Diseases: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
A lung disease is considered “rare” when it affects fewer than one in 2,000 people. These conditions are chronic, meaning they …
Heart & Cardiovascular Health
Muscle Mass and Heart Disease Risk: What Canadians Should Know
New research suggests a surprising link between muscle mass and heart disease risk. Studies show that men with lower muscle mass …