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NC – Unexpected emergencies occur time and again in communities and cities across the country. These events have the potential to put you and your home at risk. There are ways, however, to reduce the risks from natural events, from ...

Submitted by Dr. George Traitses Pillows can be a sanctuary for dust mites, and dust mites can aggravate asthma and other respiratory problems. Dr. George Traitses recommends washing pillows regularly and replacing them annually. Sheets should also be washed in ...

NC – According to the Public Health Agency of Canada, the highest reported rates of some sexually transmitted infections are in young people. However, cases of chlamydia, gonorrhoea and syphilis are increasing among both younger and older Canadians. The increases ...

NC – To pet owners, our furry friends are people too. We go through the joys of raising them much like we do our children—and in return, they bring us endless happiness and unconditional love. We learn our pets’ individual ...

Submitted by Dr. George Traitses  Diabetes is a severe health condition that can cause life-altering and even life-threatening problems, such as slow wound healing and nerve disorders. It can also complicate problems in muscles, bones, and joints. Diabetes results from ...

NC – Dull, aching knees are the bane of many people, preventing them from doing the activities they enjoy. When knee pain strikes, we quickly look for a cause and a cure, but experts say we may be looking in ...

By Allan Jones Pride Health Columnist In August 2013, Jamaican born Dorothy Vernon Brown woke up and discovered what looked like a bruise on one of her legs. Of course she was a little concerned, so she visited her doctor. ...

Award-Winning Author Shares 3 Fun Ways to Teach Kids Language Skills & Keep Elderly Minds Sharp When older generations complain about reading and writing skills among today’s youth, they point accusingly at technological advances, says award-winning author and college teacher ...

NC – Managing vascular and heart health can be difficult, especially if your body does not get enough omega-3 fatty acids. This health-promoting polyunsaturated fat is essential for human life and provides numerous health benefits, such as supporting eye, joint ...

NC – Each year, about 70,000 heart attacks happen in Canada. Fortunately, in more than 90 percent of cases, the person will survive. Dr. Beth Abramson, Heart and Stroke Foundation spokesperson and author of Heart Health for Canadians, sheds light ...