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Butter: Nutrition Facts, Health Benefits & Risks
Butter is made by churning the cream that rises to the top of cow’s milk. The churning process separates the fat from the liquid, …
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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 our editorial team.
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General Health
Ultrasound Therapy: What Every Canadian Should Know
Sound travels in waves, and those waves have a frequency measured in hertz (Hz). Human hearing tops out at around 20,000 Hz.
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Cough: Causes, Types, and When to Get Help
A cough is one of the most common reasons Canadians visit their family doctor or walk-in clinic.
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Tumour: Causes, Types, Symptoms & Treatment
A tumour is an abnormal mass of tissue that forms when cells grow and multiply out of control. It can develop in almost any part …
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Platelets: What They Are and Why They Matter
Platelets are small, nucleus-free blood cells. They are one of three main types of cells found in your blood, alongside red blood …
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Physical Trauma: Types, Causes & When to Get Help
The word “trauma” comes from the Greek word for wound. In medicine, physical trauma refers to damage to the body caused by an …
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Medical Treatment: Types, Goals & What to Expect
When you or a loved one gets sick, understanding medical treatment can make a real difference.
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Organ Transplant: What Canadians Need to Know
An organ transplant is a medical procedure where a damaged or diseased organ or tissue is replaced with a healthy one from a …
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Sweating: What Your Body Is Trying to Tell You
Sweating is the release of fluid through tiny openings in your skin called pores. This fluid — called sweat — comes from glands …
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ALT Blood Test: What Your Results Mean
An ALT blood test is one of the most common ways doctors check how well your liver is working.