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Heart health
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What causes the sudden death of young athletes?
Sudden death is rare in young people, but cardiologist Dr. Robert Myers says the most common cause is a genetic heart condition.
Blood pressure medication may help protect brain
One type of anti-hypertensive medication may be protecting users' brains against degeneration associated with Alzheimer’s disease.
Googling your prescription may lead to medication intolerance, study finds
From drowsiness to muscle aches, all medications have side effects. But researchers suggest searching the web could be the culprit for triggering...
Progress in treating heart failure
Heart failure is the most rapidly rising cardiovascular disease, and currently affects over half a million Canadians. According to Heart and Stroke...
Why you should tell your doctor if you smoke
Knowing your smoking status can help your care team provide you the best possible care.
Are you on blood thinners?
Many people on blood thinners will experience visible blood in the urine severe enough to require medical attention, a study published in JAMA found.
How to get more fibre into your daily diet
Most Canadians only get half of the amount of fibre recommended each day.
Fibre: Why do we need it?
Fibre has so many health benefits other than simply keeping our bowels regular.
What you should know about healthy and unhealthy fats
Limiting your total fat intake can help improve your blood cholesterol level and help you maintain a healthy weight. But are all fats bad?