Digestive Health
Ulcerative Colitis: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
Ulcerative colitis is one of the two most common forms of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). The other is Crohn’s disease.
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Digestive Health
Colectomy: What Canadians Need to Know
A colectomy is a surgical procedure to remove part or all of the large intestine, also called the colon.
Cancer
Colon Cancer Diet: Foods That Help Fight & Prevent It
A colon cancer diet plays a powerful role in both preventing and managing colorectal cancer.
Cancer
Appendix Cancer: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
The appendix is a small, finger-shaped pouch attached to the large intestine. It sits in the lower right side of your abdomen.
Respiratory Health
Cold Symptoms: 10 Practical Tips to Feel Better Fast
If you are dealing with cold symptoms this season, you are not alone. Millions of Canadians catch a cold every year, especially in …
General Health
Gynaecological Exam: When Do You Need One?
A gynaecological exam is one of the most important health appointments a woman can make. It helps catch problems early — before …
Heart & Cardiovascular Health
Heart Disease Symptoms: Warning Signs to Know
Heart disease symptoms can be subtle. They do not always feel dramatic or severe. In fact, many people mistake them for …
Heart & Cardiovascular Health
Cardiovascular Disease: What Every Canadian Should Know
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) refers to a wide range of conditions that affect the heart and blood vessels.
Digestive Health
IBD and Sex: How Inflammatory Bowel Disease Affects Intimacy
IBD stands for inflammatory bowel disease. It is a term used to describe conditions that cause ongoing inflammation in the …
Digestive Health
Inflammatory Bowel Disease: Symptoms, Causes & Care
Inflammatory bowel disease is not the same as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), though the two are often confused.