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Kellogg’s CEO advises cereal for dinner. Nutritionists have other thoughtsIn a CNBC interview last week, Kellogg’s CEO Gary Pilnick offered a tip to cash-strapped consumers: swap out traditional dinners for cereal to save on grocery costs.Health2 mins
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‘Big news’: Asthma drug shows promise for severe food allergiesA decades-old asthma medication may help reduce the severity of allergic reactions for those suffering from food allergies, a new study found.HealthFeb 26
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Can your doctor dump you as a patient for going to a walk-in clinic?Seeking prompt diagnosis at a walk-in clinic can be a benefit for patients, but this convenience can come at a cost for their primary physician.HealthFeb 25
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Canada’s top doctor urges measles vaccination before travelling as cases riseAmid the global escalation of measles cases, Canadian health officials are issuing a warning about the potential surge in imported cases.HealthFeb 23
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EV shift could prevent thousands of premature deaths in kids, report claimsTransitioning to zero-emission vehicles by 2050 could prevent thousands of premature deaths, along with millions of asthma attacks and respiratory illnesses in children.HealthFeb 21
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Canada faces hepatitis A vaccine shortage amid high demand, shipping delaysThere are several types of hepatitis A vaccines in Canada, manufactured by three companies: Sanofi, GlaxoSmithKline Inc. (GSK) and Merck.HealthFeb 21
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Living alone? Study links higher depression risk when isolatedAdults who live alone are more likely to grapple with higher rates of depression, especially for those lacking social and emotional support, according to a recent report.HealthFeb 16
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‘Saving lives’: How AI is helping doctors better predict heart failureAmidst the surging rates of heart failure across Canada, experts say the urgency for accurate prognostic tools has never been more needed.HealthFeb 14
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Canada experiencing ‘alarming increase’ in syphilis cases, top doctor saysCanada is witnessing a troubling surge in syphilis cases, with numbers doubling over the past few years, prompting health officials to sound the alarm.HealthFeb 14
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Alaskapox: What to know about rare virus after 1st reported human deathAlaskapox, a virus first identified in 2015, has recently claimed the life of an elderly Alaskan man, marking the first known human fatality linked with this pathogen.HealthFeb 13
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Celebrating Galentine’s Day? How this unofficial holiday can boost your healthGalentine's Day originated in 2011 from the television show Parks and Recreation and since the episode aired over a decade ago it's grown in popularity.HealthFeb 13
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An app for birth control? Some experts urge caution despite regulatory approvalThe contraceptive app, called Natural Cycles, received Health Canada approval on Jan. 9 for its use as a medical device for birth control.HealthFeb 9
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Canadian researchers discover cell that may help develop cure for allergiesThe type-2 memory B cell (MBC2) recalls allergies like peanuts; when encountered, it signals the immune system, leading to allergic reactions.HealthFeb 7
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People with polycystic ovary syndrome may be at higher risk of suicide: study"Polycystic ovaries is a really bad diagnosis," Diane Francoeur, CEO of the Society of Obstetricians and Gynecologists of Canada (SOGC), told Global News.HealthFeb 6
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Can eating leftover rice make you severely ill? Here’s what to knowOften referred to as "reheated rice syndrome," this condition stems from food poisoning caused by Bacillus cereus.HealthFeb 5
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Wegovy will be available for Canadians in spring 2024, company saysCanadians will be able to get their hands on Wegovy, a weight-loss drug from Ozempic-maker Novo Nordisk, in spring 2024, the company said Monday.HealthFeb 5
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HPV vaccine can prevent cancer. So why isn’t it free for many Canadians?The human papillomavirus is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections in Canada, with more than 75 per cent of sexually active adults estimated to develop it.HealthFeb 1
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Cardiac arrest can affect you at ‘any age.’ What to know about risksEvery nine minutes a Canadian suffers a cardiac arrest outside the hospital and only one in 10 people will survive, according to a report by the Heart and Stroke Foundation.HealthFeb 1
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Stanley cup maker says products contain ‘some lead.’ Are they safe to use?Stanley cups, the popular water bottles cherished by many on social media, have traces of lead within the product, according to the company.HealthJan 29
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A blood test to detect Alzheimer’s disease? Here’s how it may lookA simple blood test has the potential to accurately screen for Alzheimer's disease before symptoms start to show, according to a recent study.HealthJan 24
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Young-onset dementia growing in Canada. What’s behind this rise?A growing number of Canadians are developing dementia in their 60s, 50s, 40s and even earlier, and experts are not sure exactly what is behind the worrisome rise.CanadaJan 22
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Have a cough that just won’t quit? Here’s what it may beAs respiratory illnesses surge across the country, the persistence of a cough that just won't quit may be prompting some to wonder if there is a deeper underlying issue.HealthJan 19
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Is it too cold to walk your dog? Some tips on how to keep your pets warmIn the icy grip of a cold snap, Canadian pet owners are navigating the fine line between ensuring their furry companions get enough exercise and protecting them from the cold.WeatherJan 17
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What’s Disease X? World leaders discuss next possible global health threatDisease X, a hypothetical illness with the potential for 20 times more fatalities than the COVID-19 pandemic, will be the focal point of a panel discussion in Davos on Wednesday.HealthJan 16
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Got the winter blues? Experts say ‘micro-joys’ can help tackle seasonal slumpsIn the face of the winter blues, experts say intentionally altering your perspective can play a crucial role in effectively managing these seasonal challenges.CanadaJan 15
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