General Health
Juvenile Acne: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment Tips
Juvenile acne is a skin condition that causes inflammation in the hair follicles and oil glands.
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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 258
Heart & Cardiovascular Health 92
Cancer 91
Medical Tests & Diagnostics 82
Digestive Health 61
Respiratory Health 55
Genetics & Congenital Disorders 38
Diabetes 35
Kidney Disease 29
Allergies & Immunology 23
Infections & Infectious Diseases 21
Surgery & Procedures 21
Thyroid Disorders 16
Blood & Hematology 14
Liver & Gallbladder Health 11
Ear Disorders 8
Endocrine & Hormonal Disorders 7
First Aid & Emergency 6
Stroke & Cerebrovascular Disease 5
Conditions & Diseases 5
ENT & Throat Disorders 4
Urology & Bladder Health 2
Cancer
Endometrial Cancer: Symptoms, Risks & Treatment
The uterus is a hollow, pear-shaped organ in a woman’s body. It is where a baby grows during pregnancy. The endometrium is the …
Cancer
Prostate Cancer Screening: PSA Test Guide for Canadians
The prostate is a small gland in the male reproductive system. It is roughly the size of a walnut and sits just below the bladder, …
General Health
Rhinoplasty for Teens: What Parents Should Know
The nose sits right in the centre of the face, making it one of the first things people notice.
Surgery & Procedures
Otoplasty: What Canadians Should Know About Ear Pinning
Prominent ears — sometimes called “stick-out ears” — sit farther from the head than usual. This happens because of a difference in …
Diabetes
Diabetic Neuropathy: Screening, Diagnosis and Treatment
Diabetic neuropathy is nerve damage caused by prolonged high blood sugar levels. Over time, elevated glucose damages the small …
Diabetes
Diabetic Nephropathy: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
Diabetic nephropathy is one of the most common long-term complications of both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes.
General Health
Adductor Muscles: Function, Injuries & Recovery
Your adductor muscles are a group of powerful muscles located in your inner thigh. They pull your legs toward the centre of your …
General Health
Adams-Stokes Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Adams-Stokes syndrome is a neurological event triggered by a sudden drop in blood flow to the brain.
Respiratory Health
Tracheobronchitis: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
Tracheobronchitis occurs when the lining of your trachea and bronchi becomes inflamed and swollen.