Research finds diabetes tests calibrated at male blood sugar readings Almost 35,000 women may have been mistakenly told they do not have diabetes Changing blood sugar cut-off could increase female diagnosis by 17% per year By Victoria Allen Science Editor Published: 22:50 BST, 1 October 2023 | Updated: 01:42 BST, 2 October 2023 Thousands of …
Illicit drug overdose deaths in British Columbia this year predominantly occurred after smoking drugs, according to the latest data. However, only 40 percent of supervised consumption sites in the province offer a safe space for smoking. The chief coroner, Lisa Lapointe, emphasized the need for a change in this regard. The data reveal that 65 …
Despite the billion-dollar industry and the supposed benefits, experts are cautioning Americans about fish oil supplements, stating that they may not be as great as they seem. According to a study conducted by researchers at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center (UTSMC), around 80 percent of nearly 3,000 fish oil supplements analyzed made health …
Reports of Student Violence on Teachers on the Rise, Teachers’ Unions Say It’s only one month into the new school year, and Samantha Becotte says her email inbox is already flooding with reports of student violence on teachers. Becotte, president of the Saskatchewan Teachers’ Federation, describes the reports of student-on-teacher abuse as “very frequent.” Although …
When travelers return from a vacation, they often bring back amazing souvenirs, unforgettable memories, and a broader worldview. However, sometimes they also come back with nasty colds, digestive issues, or other health problems. It’s a common occurrence to fall ill while traveling, whether it happens during the trip or after returning home. But it doesn’t …
By Mail on Sunday Reporter Published: 22:01 BST, 30 September 2023 | Updated: 22:29 BST, 30 September 2023 A third of British women do not regularly check their breasts for signs of cancer, according to a survey conducted by beauty brand Avon. The survey also revealed that a quarter of respondents lacked confidence in their …
The companies behind the over-the-counter product Cold-FX are facing a class-action lawsuit alleging misleading advertising claims about its effectiveness. The Ontario Superior Court of Justice has certified the lawsuit filed by Toronto-based law firm Tyr LLP, according to a statement released on Friday. The class-action lawsuit targets Bausch Health, Canada Inc., the distributor of Cold-FX …
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — Kimberly McNeil has fond memories of her grandmother while growing up in Camden, New Jersey. She lovingly referred to her as “nana” and always looked forward to seeing her. Her nana had a special way of giving her exactly what she wanted. However, her grandmother’s life was tragically cut short when she …
Cases of suicidal thoughts or self-harm have skyrocketed, sparking concerns among regulators. The drug Ozempic or Wegovy, hailed as a ‘game-changer’, has been linked to this alarming trend. Recently, the number of individuals plagued by such thoughts while taking this popular weight-loss jab has quadrupled within a span of two months. Initially used to treat …
A 17-year-old high school student from Edmonton recently achieved remarkable success at an international science competition. Elizabeth Chen, a Grade 12 student at Old Scona Academic School, won first prize at the European Union Contest for Young Scientists (EUCYS) in Brussels from September 12th to 17th. This achievement came after Chen emerged victorious at regional …