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The Truth About Holiday Weight Gain

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In reality, most people don’t gain a lot between Thanksgiving and New Year’s. But just an extra pound gained every year during the holidays adds up over time.

Do You Have the Flu, RSV, COVID, or the Common Cold?

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Winter is almost here, and with it may come runny noses, coughing, and congestion. But how do you know if you just have a common cold, or if you have one or more of the three respiratory viruses that make up the “tripledemic” – RSV (respiratory syncytial virus), COVID-19, and influenza?

How to Practice Gratitude

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Building a gratitude practice can be a rewarding daily habit. Learn how to do it and what the benefits are.

Psoriasis Remission: What to Expect

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Psoriasis remission means your skin is clear and you no longer need to take medication. Learn the signs of psoriasis remission and how to get there.

Rheumatoid Arthritis and Sex

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Rheumatoid arthritis causes pain and fatigue that can disrupt your sex life. But there are many ways to counter the issue and improve intimacy.

Managing Atopic Dermatitis’s Unpredictable Days

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Some days can be more frustrating than others when it comes to the itching and burning of atopic dermatitis. It’s important to try different treatments to find what works for you, and stick with it when you do.

How to Stop Nighttime Coughing

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Nighttime coughs may affect your sleep quality. Learn tips for relief so you can get the rest you need for healing.

Dealing With Menopause and Anxiety

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Read one woman’s story about how perimenopause affected her emotional well-being. And get expert tips on how to manage menopause anxiety.

Personal Menopause Experience

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A retired schoolteacher shares lessons she learned about “the change,” from dealing with early signs and managing symptoms to embracing life “on the other side.”

Depression: Finding What Works for You

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Figuring out the right treatment for your depression can take time and patience. Learn more about how to find an antidepressant or other treatment that works for you.

What People With MS Wish You Knew

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When you live with a complex condition like multiple sclerosis (MS), there are a lot of misconceptions that can come along with it.

Fitness for People in Wheelchairs

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Exercise is important for the physical health and well-being of people with limited mobility. Learn more about fitness tips for people who use wheelchairs.

Will CBD Show Up on a Drug Test?

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Cannabidiol (CBD) isn’t intoxicating. But you could still test positive for marijuana if you use certain CBD products. Get the facts.

FDA Authorizes New COVID-19 Vaccine

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The FDA today authorized the newest COVID-19 vaccine, the first not to target the initial or “ancestral” strain of the virus. We’re that far into the pandemic now.

Managing Menstrual Migraine

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Menstrual migraine is when you get a headache during your period. Learn why this happens and how to manage it.

Finding Support for Geographic Atrophy

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Family, friends, and support groups can help you adapt to life with geographic atrophy (GA). Find out where to find the best sources of support for you.

Living With Ovarian Cancer

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Learning to live with ovarian cancer can feel overwhelming. But there are ways to ease the transition.

The Surprising Way to Fight Asthma Symptoms

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Yes, exercise can trigger an asthma attack, but more and more research shows it can also boost lung function and ease the symptoms of asthma. Learn how to get the benefits while staying safe.

DVT: What People Who’ve Had It Want You to Know

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Potentially life-threatening clots that form in the veins deep within your body can happen to anyone. Even young and active people can get deep vein thrombosis (DVT). People who’ve had it have some things they want you to know:

The Best Apps for Rheumatoid Arthritis

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Managing the effects of rheumatoid arthritis can be tricky. But apps for your smartphone or tablet can help you and your doctor find the best way to manage your RA.

The Emotional Side of Breast Cancer

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Breast cancer can bring on many emotions in people. From diagnosis to treatments, the journey may leave you feeling things you hadn’t expected.

Type 2 Diabetes May Raise Your Risk of Endometrial Cancer

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A new study found that women with type 2 diabetes have a higher risk of dying from endometrial cancer. This is important because gynecological cancers can be often be successfully treated, including stage I endometrial cancer, via surgery.

Curiosity About Weight Loss Drugs Opens Treatment Doors

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The results of a new poll could be a sign that the conditions of obesity and being overweight are increasingly being viewed as diseases. Reducing stigma is a critical step in creating a pathway for people to seek treatment.

Cleaning vs. Disinfecting

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To avoid colds, flu, and other illnesses, you have to know the difference between cleaning and disinfecting and how to do both. Get the facts here.

Managing MDD and Your Job

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Major depressive disorder (MDD) at work: tips, strategies, who to tell, what to do, and asking for accommodations.

A Therapist’s Perspective

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A therapist talks about managing major depressive disorder (MDD): what to expect, strategies for dealing with setbacks, and when to talk to your therapist.

Long COVID Treatment Trials – Finally – Set to Start

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In December 2020, Congress approved $1.15 billion for the NIH to research and test treatments for long COVID. The new clinical trials are phase II, meant to test safety and effectiveness. But some advocates are concerned the process is still moving too slowly.

Getting Support for Multiple Myeloma

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People who have multiple myeloma often need emotional and psychological support. You can get this from social workers, psychologists, support groups, and peer counselors.

What to Know About Multiple Myeloma

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When you get a diagnosis of multiple myeloma, you may not even know what it is. Find out why this type of cancer is different from most others and what your treatment options look like.

Tips on Living With Migraine

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Three people share their experiences with the chronic condition and what they’ve learned about finding treatments that really help.

Life With RA: You Are Your Best Advocate

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Saada Branker is a 51-year-old Canadian who has lived with rheumatoid arthritis since age 12. She shares what she learned about living her best life with a chronic illness.

The Link Between Gout and Depression: What to Know

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Gout is a form of arthritis that causes intense pain, redness, and swelling of the joints and extremities. If it’s not treated, it can lead to high blood pressure, heart attacks, diabetes, kidney problems, and obesity. Now, researchers are taking a closer look at another health challenge linked to gout: depression.

What Young People Should Know About Stroke Risks

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Those with a history of adolescent high blood pressure had over twice the odds of having a stroke – even after accounting for other risk factors, such as BMI at adolescence and diabetes status throughout adulthood.

Health Advisories

Unauthorized injectable drugs and medical devices seized from Vivian Spa in Mississauga, ON, may pose serious health risks
Health Canada has seized several injectable drugs and medical devices, including products labelled to contain botulinum toxin type A or hyaluronic acid from Vivian Spa, located at 11-3415 Dixie Road, Mississauga, Ontario, because they are unauthorized and may pose serious health risks. These products may have been administered as treatments for cosmetic purposes.
Ombrelle Garnier Complete Dry Mist Spray sunscreen recalled due to elevated benzene levels
Ombrelle Canada is recalling all lots of Ombrelle Garnier Complete Dry Mist Spray sunscreen, SPF30 and SPF 60, due to elevated levels of benzene. Frequent and long-term exposure (e.g., through the skin and by inhalation) to elevated levels of benzene may pose serious health risks.
Two lots of Novo-Gesic Forte/Acetaminophen recalled due to labelling error that may lead to overdose and in the most severe cases, death
Teva Canada is recalling two lots of Novo-Gesic Forte/Acetaminophen tablets, sold in 500 mg tablets, due to a labelling error that could result in a person exceeding the maximum daily dosage for acetaminophen.