Blood & Hematology
Sickle Cell Disease: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
Sickle cell disease is an inherited blood disorder that affects how the body produces haemoglobin — the protein inside red blood …
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Evidence-based guides to diseases and medical conditions affecting Canadians — from heart and cancer to digestive, kidney, and hormonal health. Reviewed by licensed Canadian physicians.
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General Health
Neutropenia: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment in Canada
Neutropenia is a condition where your blood has too few neutrophils — a type of white blood cell that fights infection. Without …
Blood & Hematology
Low Platelet Count: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
A low platelet count, known medically as thrombocytopenia, is a condition where your blood does not have enough platelets to clot …
General Health
Microplastics in Blood: What Canadians Should Know
Scientists have confirmed something alarming: microplastics in blood are real. A landmark study found tiny plastic particles …
General Health
Lyme Disease: Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment
A tick bite might seem minor at first — but in Canada, it can sometimes lead to Lyme disease, a serious bacterial infection that …
General Health
Sjögren’s Syndrome: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
Sjögren’s syndrome is an autoimmune condition that affects the whole body, causing the immune system to attack its own …
General Health
Blood Clots: Causes, Symptoms & When to Act
Blood clots are a natural part of healing — but when they form in the wrong place, they can become a serious, life-threatening …
Surgery & Procedures
Surgical Abortion: Procedures, Risks & What to Expect
A surgical abortion is a medical procedure that ends a pregnancy by removing the contents of the uterus. In Canada, this procedure …
Respiratory Health
Asthma and Allergies: Your Questions Answered
Asthma and allergies affect millions of Canadians of all ages. Asthma causes the airways in your lungs to narrow, making it hard …
Respiratory Health
Asthma in Teens and Adults: Causes, Risks & Care
Asthma in teens and adults is one of the most common chronic respiratory conditions in Canada. It causes the airways to become …