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Symptoms: What They Are and What They Tell You
Understanding symptoms is one of the most important parts of taking care of your health. A symptom is anything you feel or notice …
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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
Blood Poisoning: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
Blood poisoning occurs when a bacterial infection spreads from one part of the body into the blood.
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Sebum: What It Is and Why It Matters for Skin
Sebum is a waxy, oily substance made by tiny glands in your skin called sebaceous glands. These glands sit just beneath the …
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Skin Flakes: Causes, Symptoms & When to Worry
Your skin constantly renews itself. Old skin cells die and fall away, making room for new ones. This natural process happens every …
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Salicylates: What Every Canadian Should Know
Salicylates are compounds that come from salicylic acid. They occur naturally in many plants, where they act as a defence against …
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MRI Scan: What Every Canadian Should Know
An MRI scan — short for magnetic resonance imaging — is one of the most powerful and safe tools doctors use to see inside your …
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Rheumatism: Types, Symptoms & Treatment Options
The word rheumatism is not a single diagnosis. Instead, it is an umbrella term that covers many different conditions affecting the …
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Breathing: How Your Respiratory System Works
Your brain controls breathing automatically. You do not have to think about every breath. However, you can also choose to breathe …
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Reflexology: What Every Canadian Should Know
Reflexology is a hands-on therapy rooted in the idea that certain areas of the feet, hands, and ears act as “maps” of the body.
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Sigmoidoscopy: What Canadians Need to Know
A sigmoidoscopy is a medical procedure that lets your doctor look inside the lower part of your large bowel.