We asked Dr. Graham Belovay, senior ophthalmology resident at Sunnybrook, why some people see the dress differently. Watch the video for his explanation:

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Yep, I have #2 diabetes. Type 1 is VERY SERIOUS! Type 2 I can manage with good habits. I shall! Hanx

— Tom Hanks (@tomhanks) October 8, 2013

Watch the video to hear from Dr. Julia Lowe, Head of Sunnybrook’s Division of Endocrinology, about the difference between pre-diabetes and diabetes and what can be done to manage the conditions.

Learn more about Type 2 diabetes at Sunnybrook’s free Speaker Series event on October 29, 2013.

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Dr. Khalil Sivjee, head of Sunnybrook’s Division of Respirology, explains what causes allergies and how to minimize them.

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Sunnybrook dermatologist Dr. Perla Lansang offers tips for choosing the best sunscreen and how to apply it:
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[li]Look for a broad-spectrum sunscreen. This will protect you from both UVA and UVB rays.[/li]

[li]Choose a sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30.[/li]

[li]You need to use about one shotglass worth of sunscreen for your entire body.[/li]

[li]Use sunscreen on a daily basis rather than an as needed basis. Wear it all year.[/li]

[li]Wear sun protective clothing.[/li]

[li]Avoid peak UV hours.[/li]
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Get more tips for protecting your skin from the sun.

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Advice for new fathers, from Anne Archer, Sunnybrook’s coordinator of prenatal education.

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Sunnybrook gynecologist Dr. Nancy Durand explains the link between HPV (Human Papillomavirus) and cancer.

Learn more about Sunnybrook’s HPV vaccine clinic.

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Actress Catherine Zeta-Jones recently checked into a treatment centre for bipolar disorder. Dr. Ben Goldstein, Director of Sunnybrook’s Centre for Youth Bipolar Disorder, explains bipolar disorder and treatment options.

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Barbara-Anne Maier, RN, talks about colorectal cancer symptoms and screening.

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Dr. Gideon Cohen on how to have a healthy heart.

Learn more about Sunnybrook’s Schulich Heart Centre

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Leslie Gibson, Occupational Therapist, OT Reg. (Ont.) offers tips for quitting smoking.

View our interactive eLearning module for more tips & strategies for quitting smoking.

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