Heart & Cardiovascular Health
Heart Failure: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Heart failure does not mean the heart has stopped working. It means the heart is not pumping as efficiently as it should.
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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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Infections & Infectious Diseases
Yeast Infection Treatment: What Actually Works
A yeast infection treatment can range from an over-the-counter cream to a prescription antifungal pill — and choosing the right …
Infections & Infectious Diseases
Athlete’s Foot: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Athlete’s foot — known medically as tinea pedis — is a fungal infection of the skin on your feet.
Genetics & Congenital Disorders
Adams-Oliver Syndrome: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
Adams-Oliver syndrome was first described in 1945. Since then, fewer than 125 cases have been recorded in medical literature …
Genetics & Congenital Disorders
Progeria: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment in Children
Progeria is a progressive genetic condition that dramatically speeds up the ageing process in children.
Digestive Health
Stomach Pain Causes: 8 Conditions You Should Know
Placing a hand on your abdomen is almost a universal sign of feeling unwell — and for good reason.
Cancer
Osteosarcoma: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Osteosarcoma is a type of bone cancer that destroys healthy bone tissue as it grows. It most often appears near the knee — at the …
Cancer
Nephrosclerosis: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Nephrosclerosis — also called renal sclerosis or nephroangiosclerosis — refers to the hardening and thickening of the small …
Surgery & Procedures
Buttock Implants: Types, Risks & What Canadians Should Know
Buttock implants involve placing artificial devices inside the buttocks to increase their size and improve their shape.
Surgery & Procedures
Cosmetic Surgery: What Canadians Need to Know
Cosmetic surgery is any surgical or non-surgical procedure that changes the appearance of the body or face.