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As HMPV circulates in China, how should we talk about foreign disease outbreaks?
As global coverage of infectious diseases continues to evolve as a result of lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic, experts say public health officials and media need to responsibly share information, including context for any given disease outbreak.
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Norovirus cases are on the rise. Here's what you need to know about this nasty bug
A stomach illness outbreak at the University of Guelph is part of a trend that has experts noticing a rise in stomach bugs causing vomiting and diarrhea.
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What are the risks of raw milk? Experts warn of increased chances of infection, illness
Despite the warnings of experts, there are growing conversations around the supposed benefits of raw milk. Microbiologists say the evidence clearly shows drinking unpasteurized milk is far riskier and may lead to harmful outcomes.
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Black plastics may contain toxic compounds that can leach into food, experts say
Fire retardants — including toxic, regulated compounds — were found in roughly 85 per cent of products analyzed by researchers of a recently published study. The items tested include kitchen utensils, food trays and even children's toys.
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What should women know about having better sex? Sex researchers share their findings
Experts say women looking to improve their sex lives can learn more about their bodies and explore the things that turn them on, while also communicating with their partners about their needs and desires.
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This Movember, what men should know about getting screened for prostate cancer
Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men, with an estimated one in eight Canadian men expected to be diagnosed in their lifetimes. Experts say improved screening tools can help more accurately identify prostate cancer, improving mortality by identifying the disease sooner.
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With breast self-exam fallen from favour, how can women reduce their risk of breast cancer?
While the breast self-exam hasn’t been shown to help reduce breast cancer mortality and the exam’s ability to detect cancer early on has been challenged by physicians, some experts say self-exams are still useful. They provide women with important information about their bodies by making them aware of what feels and looks normal.
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Here's what you need to know about rabies
Human cases of rabies are extremely rare in Canada, but some people do still come into contact with rabid animals. Not only is it relatively simple to avoid exposure to the disease, experts say, but there are also effective treatments available for both humans and animals who may have been exposed, including vaccines.
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It's not the pizza, say dermatologists. What really causes acne breakouts
As common as acne is, experts say there are some popular misconceptions about its causes. Research suggests diet and poor hygiene are not the clear culprits, but rather a multitude of factors are at play, including genetics, hormonal changes — and stress.
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How to tell if your child has iron deficiency
Menstruating and pregnant women and girls have the highest risk for iron deficiency. Children between 18 and 24 months old are another group that are at high risk – though for different reasons.