Health Insight
editorial
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Why It Takes Community Immunity to Keep Everyone Safe
The safest way to achieve community immunity is through vaccination, which is the introduction of a weakened virus or bacteria into the body.
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What You Need to Know about Seasonal Influenza This Year
With increased COVID-19 vaccination rates and some loosening of public health restrictions it's expected that seasonal influenza cases will start to make a reappearance.
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Shingles: It’s Not Just a Rash
If you are 50 or older, odds are you have heard of shingles or you know someone who has experienced this notoriously painful condition.
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Q&A with Dr. Vivien Brown
We sat down with Dr. Vivien Brown, a Toronto-based family physician, to learn more about ways to keep on top of immune health this fall.
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Expanding Role of Pharmacists in Vaccinations and Immune Health
As the pharmacy model changes, pharmacists play a critical role in the COVID-19 vaccination campaign and the public’s overall immune health.
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Dyson’s Purifier Technology Is a Breath of Fresh Air
Modern homes can trap dangerous air pollution indoors. Here’s how Dyson technology helps tackle the invisible threat.
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Inclusive Health Care Is Crucial for this Year’s Flu Season
While Canadians are grappling with increasing COVID-19 cases, many healthcare workers are planning for the impending flu season.
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Preventing Influenza in the Time of COVID-19
Getting your flu shot is more important this ever this year, as flu cases are expected to rise significantly.
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Providing Critical Support and Research Funding for Alopecia Areata
Having a condition that causes hair loss can be distressing. The Canadian Alopecia Areata Foundation offers resources and support.
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Helping Navigate Your Child’s Diagnosis of Type 1 Diabetes
T1D can occur in people of any age, and its causes are not fully known. JDRF has the resources and supports you and your family.