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19:51, November 28

Beware of consuming human placenta products

Health Canada is urging anyone who consumes products that contain human placenta to be aware of potential risks as not a single such product has received federal approval. The agency says it’s been made aware of…

16:44, November 26

Arthritis. Theories and Reality

https://mineral-medix.com/“Arthritis” literally means “an inflammation of a joint”. A joint is a place where two bones connect. Medical community knows more than 100 varieties of arthritis; yet, despite there being quite a few various specific…

16:19, November 26

The therapy tested on pigs and corpses

A new therapy for children with curved spines was approved for general use after tests only on pigs and dead bodies, an investigation has revealed. Magec rods are supposed to help straighten the spine. But…

09:48, November 21

Do not eat romaine lettuce: several sickened

Health officials in Canada and the U.S. are telling people to avoid eating romaine lettuce because of a new E. coli outbreak. The Public Health Agency of Canada says the outbreak has sickened 15 people in…

00:47, November 21

How loud noises can affect your heart

We know that high blood pressure, elevated cholesterol and smoking aren’t good for the heart. Well, it turns out loud noise is another risk factor your doctor may not want to keep quiet about. That…

18:35, November 18

The health benefits of Brussels sprouts

Rich in vitamins, minerals and fibre, Brussels sprouts are a nutritious choice at Christmas. Discover delicious, healthy ways to cook this seasonal veg. Love them or hate them, Brussels sprouts are a traditional part of Christmas dinner…

16:34, November 15

Antibiotic resistance costing Canada $1 billion per year

A group of health-care professionals says antibiotic resistance is a billion-dollar problem for Canada every year, draining health-care budgets while delaying the effective treatment of infections. Infection Prevention and Control Canada (IPAC) says the price…

12:12, November 15

Juul curbs sales of some e-cigarette flavours

Move comes ahead of expected crackdown in U.S. to stop underage vaping. Vaping giant Juul Labs Inc. is stopping its sales of some e-cigarette flavours in U.S. stores to deter use by kids and teens, but is not…

18:56, November 13

Why obesity can cause cancer

A new discovery could explain why obese people are more likely to develop cancer, scientists say. A type of cell the body uses to destroy cancerous tissue gets clogged by fat and stops working, the…

14:08, November 13

WHO warns of dangerously high antibiotics consumption

The World Health Organization warned Monday that antibiotics consumption is dangerously high in some countries while a shortage in others is spurring risky misuse, driving the emergence of deadly superbug infections. In a first, the…