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Can Stress Really Give You an Ulcer?
Most people believe it can, but the answer is more complicated. Here's what you need to know about this condition...
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Does Shark Cartilage Really Help Arthritis Sufferers?
Shark cartilage is a popular supplement for arthritis and joint pain, but does it actually work? Here's what we found...
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Skin Changes You Should Never Ignore
As your body’s largest organ and one of the easiest ones to observe, your skin offers vital clues about your...
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I Was Diagnosed with ADHD as an Adult—My Difficult Life Finally Made Sense
For 30 years, Tracey Mellis struggled with a miserable, messy life. Then she found out why.
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What the Colour of Your Mucus Reveals About Your Health
Keep these fascinating facts in mind the next time you blow your nose.
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Suffer From Stiff, Painful Knees? Here’s What You Can Do About It
Knees are among our largest and most complex joints, but they’re also some of the easiest to damage.
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How Well Do You Remember Your First Aid Training?
Put your knowledge of emergency response terms to the ultimate test with our multiple choice trivia quiz.
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Silent Signs You Could Be Suffering From Post-Traumatic Stress
Could you be suffering from PTSD without even realizing it? If these symptoms sound familiar, it might be time to...
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A Woman’s X-Ray Reveals the Astonishing Reason for Her Lifetime of Stomach Pain
The x-ray technician seemed confused. She fetched a few more hospital staff to analyze the scan before she finally said,...
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This Toronto Teacher’s Back Pain Stumped Doctors—Until the CT Scan Picked Up Something Strange
But were the nodules on her lungs a symptom of tuberculosis, cancer, or something even rarer?
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Signs of Seasonal Affective Disorder You Might Be Ignoring
Is your case of the "winter blues" interfering with daily life? Toronto-based clinical health psychologist Deanne Simms reveals the symptoms...
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Silent Signs You Might Have Eye Cataracts
Cataracts are the leading cause of blindness in those over the age of 40, but the symptoms can be difficult...
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This Simple Blood Test Could Detect 50 Types of Cancer
...And more exciting breakthroughs in the fight against cancer.
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How to Get the Most Accurate Blood Pressure Reading
Expert advice on how to decode those numbers—and what to do if they're reading high.
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Can Cherry Juice Really Help With Arthritis?
Tart cherry juice is becoming a popular home remedy for relieving arthritis pain, but is there any evidence it actually...
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The Best Home Remedies for Indigestion
Got a bad case of indigestion? Instead of rushing to the drugstore for an over-the-counter antacid, pull these ingredients from...
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“It Was Like a Flat Iron Pressing Down on My Brain”
Wracked with debilitating headaches and joint pain, this Ottawa man's search for a diagnosis led to a series of dead...
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This Halifax Man Thought He Just Had a Weak Immune System—Until He Started Hallucinating
The 36-year-old high school teacher figured his recurring fevers and pneumonia were manageable. Then he started seeing water pour from...
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7 Silent Signs of High-Functioning Anxiety
Your anxiety may be affecting your overall health and well-being more than you realize. Here are the warning signs to...
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Doctors Said Her Pain Was a Result of Being Overweight—They Were Wrong
Even after Gia lost 45 kilograms, her unbearable period pain only seemed to get worse...
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Ulcer Symptoms You Should Never Ignore
We normally associate ulcers with severe upper abdominal pain, but there are other, more subtle signs to watch out for.
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Has the Pandemic Made Us All Agoraphobic?
Psychologist Melanie Badali reveals what a diagnosis of agoraphobia really entails.
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The Most Common Sleep Problems, Solved
Whether you're having trouble getting to sleep, staying asleep, or are waking up too early, Dr....
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How to Treat a Stiff Neck: Home Remedies That Actually Work
At any given time, an estimated 39 per cent of people over 65 have stiffness, soreness or swelling in their...
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Shingles Symptoms You Might Be Ignoring
The most common red flag is a painful rash, but shingles can present in a number of different ways.
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Silent Signs of Colon Cancer You Might Be Missing
Rectal bleeding is the most obvious colon cancer symptom, but other signs may be far more subtle. If you notice...
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If You’ve Got Mice, This Story Will Convince You to Call the Exterminator
A rare disease transmitted by the microscopic mites that live on mice turned one woman's life upside-down.
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What Every First Aid Kit Needs
A well-stocked first aid kit can help you take effective action in an emergency situation. Here are the specific items...
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Sneaky Reasons You’re Bloated All the Time
Find out the most common culprits behind gas—and some natural remedies to relieve the pressure.