General Health
Neutropenia: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment in Canada
Neutrophils are white blood cells made in your bone marrow. They act as your body’s first line of defence against bacteria, …
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Conditions & Diseases
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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Blood & Hematology
Low Platelet Count: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
A low platelet count, known medically as thrombocytopenia, is a condition where your blood does not have enough platelets to clot …
General Health
Microplastics in Blood: What Canadians Should Know
Scientists have confirmed something alarming: microplastics in blood are real. A landmark study found tiny plastic particles …
General Health
Lyme Disease: Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment
A tick bite might seem minor at first — but in Canada, it can sometimes lead to Lyme disease, a serious bacterial infection that …
General Health
Sjögren’s Syndrome: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
Sjögren’s syndrome is a chronic autoimmune disease. In people with this condition, white blood cells called lymphocytes mistakenly …
General Health
Blood Clots: Causes, Symptoms & When to Act
Your blood travels constantly through your veins and arteries. It delivers nutrients to your cells and carries away waste products …
Surgery & Procedures
Surgical Abortion: Procedures, Risks & What to Expect
A surgical abortion is a medical procedure that ends a pregnancy by removing the contents of the uterus.
Respiratory Health
Asthma and Allergies: Your Questions Answered
The word “asthma” comes from the ancient Greek word for “panting.” It is a condition where the airways — the tubes that carry air …
Respiratory Health
Asthma in Teens and Adults: Causes, Risks & Care
Asthma is a long-term (chronic) condition that affects the airways — the tubes that carry air in and out of your lungs.
Heart & Cardiovascular Health
Heart Conditions in Children: A Parent’s Guide
Heart conditions in children cover a wide range of problems. Some affect the structure of the heart.