10+ Ways to Manage Everyday Aches and Pains
Everyday aches and pains holding you back? Tap these expert-approved pain management strategies to live your best life.
She Was Losing Her Vision, and Her Son Had Life-Threatening Dehydration—Could the Cases Be Linked?
When a mother and son began to experience health issues at the same time, doctors struggled for answers. Was a...
How to Beat Diabetes
Scientific breakthroughs are now helping to prevent the disease, and even put it into remission.
10 Medical Reasons Why You Can’t Sleep
If you can't fall asleep, stay asleep, or achieve a deep, restful sleep, there could be an underlying medical issue...
Teeth Grinding is On the Rise—Here’s What You Can Do About It
Experts say stress may be behind an uptick in teeth grinding, a behaviour known as bruxism. Find out the best...
Silent Signs You’re Eating Too Much Protein
Protein is easily one of the most important nutrients to get into your daily diet, but it’s possible to get...
His Doctor Told Him He Had a Benign Cyst—Then It Grew to the Size of a Baseball
Could Vietnam veteran Richard Danzer cheat death a second time?
Why is My Hair Falling Out?
There are many reasons you may notice your hair falling out—or sudden bald patches. Fortunately, most of them can be...
This is the Fastest Rising Cancer in Canada
In the battle against cancer, Canada is making progress. Lung cancer is down, thanks to a dropping smoking rate, and...
9 Signs Your Liver Might Be in Trouble
If any (or all) of these signs sound familiar, it might be time to visit your doctor.
What It’s Like Living With Long COVID
More than two years into the pandemic, some patients’ symptoms aren’t going away. While experts hunt for treatments, some people...
What It Could Mean if You Have Cloudy Urine
Does your pee look cloudy or murky? Chances are it's nothing to worry about, but cloudy urine could be a...
Here’s What It Means If You Have Ridges on Your Nails
They don't make for the prettiest of manicures, but are they something more than a cosmetic problem?
14 Silent Symptoms of Lupus You Should Never Ignore
This autoimmune disease is tricky to diagnose because it mimics so many other illnesses. If you have more than four...
Why You Suffer From Motion Sickness (And What You Can Do About It)
Practical tips on how to keep this common condition under control.
10 Risk Factors for Heart Disease (and How to Control Them)
When it comes to preventing heart disease, knowledge is power. Here are 10 factors that contribute to your risk for...
Why You Should Never Ignore Erectile Dysfunction
Sure, it's easy to treat—but a closer look at the underlying causes could save your life.
This Woman’s Medical Nightmare Will Make You Think Twice About Essential Oil Diffusers
The itchy, swollen bumps on her face were becoming unbearable. The cause? An allergic reaction to the most unlikely household...
Silent Signs of Liver Cancer You Shouldn’t Ignore
Although liver cancer is rare, your doctor might recommend regular screenings if you’re at high risk.
The “Other” Virus That’s Putting Those 50+ at Risk
One in three adults over 50 will develop shingles, a painful virus caused by varicella zoster. Here's what you need...
Here’s Why Doctors Are Prescribing Placebo Pills
It may not be active medicine, but the so-called placebo effect can provide real relief.
These People Are Most at Risk For Gallstones
In 75 per cent of cases, gallstones don't cause any symptoms. However, if a troublesome case is left untreated, they...
10 Warning Signs of Heat Stroke
Heat stroke is sneaky and silent—and it can be fatal. Learning how to spot the signs of heat stroke (and...
10 Home Remedies For Poison Ivy You’ll Wish You Knew Sooner
These home remedies for poison ivy can help relieve itching and reduce the chance that the rash might spread to...
How Asthma Became One of the Most Overdiagnosed Diseases in Canada
Wondering why your asthma medication isn't working? Perhaps it's because you're suffering from a different condition altogether.
Could the Answer to This Boy’s Mysterious Seizures Be in His Genes?
This six-year-old's sister was born with a rare disorder—and later died. When it was discovered that he had the same...
How Ticks Became a Major Threat to Our Health
Some experts predict as many as 10,000 new cases of Lyme disease each year in the 2020s. Here's how one...
Heartburn Is on the Rise in Canada—Here’s How You Can Avoid It
More stress brings more heartburn, but there are easy ways to beat it.
The Seasonal Allergy Survival Guide
If you suffer from seasonal allergies, you know that the symptoms—from itchy eyes to sneezing—are not to be sniffed at....
