A teacher’s troubled road: one man’s battle with Crohn’s disease
It is 11:15 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 18, and 25-year-old Neil Smithe is still hunched over his desk, working on the finishing touches for tomorrow’s…
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Coconut oil: A miracle?
Is coconut oil, a true miracle oil or a homeopathic remedy? Does it cure all of medical woes and cut cholesterol, too? Can we…
For some, the coming of winter is a SAD story
Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a mood disorder that generally appears when the seasons change. When the time changes from daylight savings time in…
Are the experts speaking the truth?
Just 20 years ago, mental health disorders were seldom recognized, much less openly talked about. In recent years many celebrities have spoken out, seeking…
Breast cancer screenings save lives, so why aren’t all high risk women getting them?
With a new government-funded program in place, regular breast screenings for women ages 40-75 are becoming more effective than ever in detecting early stages…
Health Canada’s controversy over electronic cigarettes
Canadians should not use electronic cigarettes as an aide to stop smoking, as “these products may cause health risks” according to Health Canada. E-cigarettes…
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