Managing Illnesses

Pharmacogenomics in Psychiatry: A Brief Overview

Pharmacogenomic medicine uses DNA to determine the best medication for a given patient. From a simple cheek swab, DNA is purified, sequenced, and analyzed.

Breakthrough in Cancer Treatment Could Save Lives in Canada and Around the World

Learn how IntelliStem, a Toronto-based biotechnology company, has genetically engineered stem cells — called Super Sentinel Cells — to attack cancer cells.

Patient Access and Empowerment

Medical treatments and technological innovations are improving Canadians’ lives, however, patients across the country need equal and affordable access.

Telemedicine Is the Future of IBD Diagnosis

Mount Sinai Hospital wants to connect IBD patients living in rural communities with proper diagnosis and treatment — through the PACE Telemedicine program.

Specialty Pharmacies Can Help Rare Patients Access Treatment

Canadians with rare diseases face unique challenges. Learn how specialty pharmacies are helping patients navigate access to costly, complex drug therapies.

Travel Smart: Prevention Can Save Your Vacation

Preventive measures may be recommended if you're heading somewhere tropical, including a vaccine that offers some protection against cholera and diarrhea.

Loop Systems Clear the Air for People with Hearing Loss

Assistive listening systems can be a hearing aid user’s best friend, but only if such systems — like the audio induction loop — are publicly available.

Stranger Things’ Gaten Matarazzo on Living with Cleidocranial Dysplasia

Mediaplanet checked in with Gaten Matarazzo to discuss how cleidocranial dysplasia (CCD) has affected both his acting career and personal life.

Managing Lung Disease

The 411 on the Chronic Lung Disease Women Should Know About

Most Canadians don't know about this chronic lung disease. Learn what it is, how to manage it, and why women should care.