Conditions

Not feeling well? Learn how to spot the signs of various health conditions, as well as the latest in prevention, treatment, and home remedies to jump start your recovery.

4 Quick Tips to Help Men Deal with Urine Leakage

Urinary incontinence is sort of taboo, but it shouldn’t be.


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Silent Signs You Might Have Eye Cataracts

Cataracts are the leading cause of blindness in those over the age of 40, but the symptoms can be difficult...


How Individuals With COPD Can Become More Empowered About Their Health

Living with COPD? Here’s how to make the most of every health care appointment.


This Simple Blood Test Could Detect 50 Types of Cancer

...And more exciting breakthroughs in the fight against cancer.


How to Get the Most Accurate Blood Pressure Reading

Expert advice on how to decode those numbers—and what to do if they're reading high.


Can Cherry Juice Really Help With Arthritis?

Tart cherry juice is becoming a popular home remedy for relieving arthritis pain, but is there any evidence it actually...


The Best Home Remedies for Indigestion

Got a bad case of indigestion? Instead of rushing to the drugstore for an over-the-counter antacid, pull these ingredients from...


“It Was Like a Flat Iron Pressing Down on My Brain”

Wracked with debilitating headaches and joint pain, this Ottawa man's search for a diagnosis led to a series of dead...

Cold and Flu Season is Here. Are You Ready?

Five ways to bounce back from cold and flu symptoms.


This Halifax Man Thought He Just Had a Weak Immune System—Until He Started Hallucinating

The 36-year-old high school teacher figured his recurring fevers and pneumonia were manageable. Then he started seeing water pour from...


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7 Silent Signs of High-Functioning Anxiety

Your anxiety may be affecting your overall health and well-being more than you realize. Here are the warning signs to...


Doctors Said Her Pain Was a Result of Being Overweight—They Were Wrong

Even after Gia lost 45 kilograms, her unbearable period pain only seemed to get worse...


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Ulcer Symptoms You Should Never Ignore

We normally associate ulcers with severe upper abdominal pain, but there are other, more subtle signs to watch out for.


Has the Pandemic Made Us All Agoraphobic?

Psychologist Melanie Badali reveals what a diagnosis of agoraphobia really entails.


The Most Common Sleep Problems, Solved

Whether you're having trouble getting to sleep, staying asleep, or are waking up too early, Dr....


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How to Treat a Stiff Neck: Home Remedies That Actually Work

At any given time, an estimated 39 per cent of people over 65 have stiffness, soreness or swelling in their...


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Shingles Symptoms You Might Be Ignoring

The most common red flag is a painful rash, but shingles can present in a number of different ways.

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Silent Signs of Colon Cancer You Might Be Missing

Rectal bleeding is the most obvious colon cancer symptom, but other signs may be far more subtle. If you notice...


If You’ve Got Mice, This Story Will Convince You to Call the Exterminator

A rare disease transmitted by the microscopic mites that live on mice turned one woman's life upside-down.


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What Every First Aid Kit Needs

A well-stocked first aid kit can help you take effective action in an emergency situation. Here are the specific items...


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Sneaky Reasons You’re Bloated All the Time

Find out the most common culprits behind gas—and some natural remedies to relieve the pressure.


The Silent Killer: What You Need to Know About High Blood Pressure

8 million adults in Canada have high blood pressure, and Heather Evans is one of them. She and two experts...


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6 Sneaky Things That Trigger IBS Symptoms

Contrary to popular belief, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is not caused by your diet. However, these seven factors could serve...

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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...


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How to Beat Diabetes

Scientific breakthroughs are now helping to prevent the disease, and even put it into remission.


13 Silent Signs of Dementia (and How to Spot Them Early)

From sudden personality changes to poor financial decision-making, here are the 13 early signs of dementia you should never ignore.


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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...