Health Insight
Managing Illnesses
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The Why, How, and When of Clean Hands
Cleaning your hands is the best way to stop the spread of infections. We often hear this, but does cleaning your hands really have an impact?
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How Everyone Can Be a More Empowered Patient
We asked organizations representing patients how Canadians can become proponents for patient access and what they can do to become more empowered patients.
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Is Gluten a Problem? It Could Be Celiac Disease.
Many symptoms can delay diagnoses of celiac disease, causing illness and serious complications. If you suspect celiac, know its signs and steps to take.
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People with IBD Need Extra Support During the Pandemic
Amidst the pandemic, chronic disease sufferers are experiencing unprecedented challenges — but fortunately, organizations like Crohn’s and Colitis Canada are here to help.
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Misdiagnosed: Could Your Painful Skin Condition Be HS?
Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) negatively impacts quality of life due to delays in diagnoses and treatment and suffering with pain for many Canadians.
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Battling Indifference in the War Against COVID-19
We now understand that hand hygiene and disinfection of commonly-touched surfaces reduce our chance of picking up COVID-19, influenza, and the common cold.
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Antibiotics May Cure Infections, but They Also Kill Beneficial Microbes
Doctors often prescribe antibiotics to help combat infections, which can have negative effects on the intestinal microbiota.
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During the Pandemic, We All Need One Less Thing to Worry About
These are anxious times, but the Lung Health Foundation is highlighting one simple choice you can make for some peace of mind: getting your flu shot.
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How to Find Your Probiotic Match — and Why It’s Important
Taking the wrong probiotic is like taking pain killers to prevent pregnancy: it won’t work. Learn how science plays a vital role in your probiotic decision.
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Dexcom G6: A Diabetes Game-Changer
For those who live with diabetes, the Dexcom G6 offers real-time monitoring features that allow people to manage their diabetes without fingerpicks.