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Dr. Melissa Lem
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Sowing the seeds of belonging: My father's garden was the place I was safe and welcomed
As a Chinese Canadian girl growing up in a majority white suburb, this sense of acceptance was hard to find elsewhere.
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A doctor's advice for how to get the most out of your virtual health appointment
Tips for how to prepare for your online or over-the-phone visit.
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A primer on perimenopause
What to expect in the years leading up to your last period.
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Uncommon facts about common allergies
Need-to-know info about the things that make you itch — and tips to help you stop.
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How to kick your sugar habit: Essential tips for avoiding the type 2 diabetes epidemic
5 tips to help you with cravings, lurking sugars and warning signs.
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