Oral Health
Dental Checkups: Why Regular Visits Matter
Many Canadians put off dental checkups — and it is easy to understand why. Life gets busy, costs add up, and for some people, the …
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Oral Health
Dentist and Orthodontist: Why Their Teamwork Matters
Your dentist and orthodontist may seem like two separate people doing two separate jobs. However, when they work closely together, …
Women's Health
Functional Ovarian Cyst: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
A functional ovarian cyst is one of the most common ovarian conditions in women of childbearing age.
Skin Conditions
Scabies: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment in Canada
Scabies is a parasitic skin condition caused by a microscopic mite called Sarcoptes scabiei.
Skin Conditions
Tinea Versicolor: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Tinea versicolor — also called pityriasis versicolor — is a fungal infection of the skin. It happens when a naturally occurring …
Oral Health
Prevent Tooth Decay: How to Protect Your Teeth
Knowing how to prevent tooth decay is one of the most important things you can do for your overall health.
Oral Health
Oral Health and Immunity: What Your Mouth Reveals
Your mouth is more powerful than you might think. Oral health and immunity are deeply connected — and the state of your teeth and …
Skin Conditions
Pool Skin Infections: Risks, Diseases & Prevention
Summer days at a public pool feel refreshing — but they come with hidden health risks. Pool skin infections and other waterborne …
Skin Conditions
Pemphigus: Causes, Types, and Treatment Options
Your immune system normally produces antibodies to fight off harmful bacteria and viruses. However, in pemphigus, those antibodies …
Women's Health
Fallopian Tube Infection: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
A fallopian tube infection, also called salpingitis, is a serious condition that affects the female reproductive system.