Respiratory Health
Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome: What Canadians Should Know
ARDS happens when fluid builds up inside the tiny air sacs in your lungs. This fluid stops your lungs from filling properly with …
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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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Heart & Cardiovascular Health
Pericarditis: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Your heart sits in the centre of your chest, wrapped in a double-layered sac called the pericardium. The inner layer hugs the …
Heart & Cardiovascular Health
Heart Health: How to Monitor It at Home
Your heart health affects every part of your life — yet most Canadians don’t think about it until something goes wrong.
Infections & Infectious Diseases
Candida in Men: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
Candida fungi normally live on the skin, in the gut, and in the reproductive system. They are kept in check by helpful bacteria, …
Infections & Infectious Diseases
Yeast Infection: Symptoms, Treatment & Prevention Tips
A yeast infection is a common condition that can affect both men and women. It is caused by an overgrowth of a fungus called …
Genetics & Congenital Disorders
Gillespie Syndrome: Symptoms, Causes & Diagnosis
Gillespie syndrome is a rare genetic condition that doctors classify under congenital disorders — meaning it is present from …
Genetics & Congenital Disorders
Ellis-van Creveld Syndrome: Symptoms, Causes & Care
Ellis-van Creveld syndrome goes by a few other names, including chondroectodermal dysplasia and mesoectodermal dysplasia.
Digestive Health
Pancreatic Cysts: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
A pancreatic cyst is an abnormal, fluid-filled sac that forms on or inside the pancreas. Most people feel alarmed when they first …
Cancer
Teratoma: Types, Symptoms, and Treatment
A teratoma is a rare type of tumour that can contain different kinds of tissue — including hair, teeth, bone, or muscle.
Cancer
Paraneoplastic Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Paraneoplastic syndrome is not a single disease. It is a collective term for a range of conditions that develop as a side effect …