Exposure to extreme heat during pregnancy has been linked to a higher risk of severe maternal health problems, according to a recent study. A study published in JAMA Network Open found a significant association between long-term heat exposure in the third trimester and severe maternal morbidity (SMM). SMM refers to severe and unexpected conditions during …
Optimizing Gut-Friendly Foods for Hangovers When nursing a weekend hangover, most people reach for a greasy fry-up to alleviate the symptoms of a sore head, nausea, and fatigue. However, experts suggest that those suffering from the aftermath of alcohol consumption should consider incorporating gut-friendly fermented foods into their recovery meals. According to registered dietitian Lucy …
Homeless encampments have become increasingly prevalent throughout Ontario during the pandemic, shedding light on the ongoing national housing crisis. Experts indicate that this issue has been a long time in the making due to limited shelter space, a lack of social housing, rising home ownership costs, and soaring rents. As a result, more and more …
People administering an overdose-reversing medication should have the choice of two versions of take-home naloxone kits across Canada, according to a panel of experts, including people who use drugs. The two versions being recommended are a nasal spray and an injectable that goes into a muscle. The guidance applies to take-home naloxone kits that are …
If you’re a queer person who has ever set foot in a doctor’s office, then you know that the medical industrial system was not built with us in mind. There is still a lot of ignorance around queer sex, and confusion (or resistance) to trans and nonbinary people’s identities. And while several hospitals have launched …
Optimizing for SEO while retaining the HTML tags: The Importance of Self-Testing for Blood Sugar Levels Regularly testing my blood pressure and cholesterol has been a part of my health routine for years. Given my personal experience of being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and successfully reversing it, I have also made it a point …
More cases continue to be linked to the Calgary daycare E. coli outbreak. And while some parents are having to watch as their kids are being hospitalized, other parents are taking action to seek restitution. On Friday, Alberta Health Services said there were 142 lab-confirmed cases linked to the outbreak and 26 kids were stable …
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reveals that the flu vaccine used in the Southern Hemisphere during the fall and winter of 2023 displayed an efficacy rate of 52%. This statistic raises the possibility of similar effectiveness for the upcoming flu season in the United States. (Source: huntlh/Pixabay) Sept. 8 (UPI) — According to …
Mother Warns of Potential Scarring Due to Henna Tattoo Allergic Reaction A seven-year-old girl’s henna tattoo turned into a nightmare for her and her family when it caused her skin to crack and bleed. Matilda Newton, accompanied by her mother Kirsty Newton, received the 3cm butterfly tattoo on her right forearm during their holiday at …
Preventing Strokes: Habits to Avoid According to Stroke Doctors Strokes are a leading cause of death and disability in the United States, as noted by the American Stroke Association. What’s even scarier is that many stroke risk factors are silent and go unnoticed until it’s too late, such as high cholesterol and high blood pressure. …