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A New Fit for Health: The Smart Bra Aiming to Revolutionize Breast Cancer Detection

  • 2025-11-17
Meet Dr. Van Houten's smart bra: a low-cost, comfortable, no-x-ray system that detects cancer by monitoring breast tissue movement and stiffness.
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What to Do if You’re Experiencing Hearing Loss in Canada: A Step-by-Step Patient Resource Guide

  • 2025-11-13
Our guide to hearing care in Canada. Get a province-by-province breakdown of government funding programs for hearing aids for seniors and all residents.
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Is It Dry Skin or Eczema? Here’s How to Tell the Difference and What to Do About It

  • 2025-11-11
Learn to tell dry skin from eczema, discover triggers, and explore safe products and treatments for healthier, happier skin.
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This Simple Wearable Is Helping Seniors Walk With Confidence Again

  • 2025-11-07
A Montreal-made wearable helps older adults walk with confidence and reduces their risk of falling.
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How To Transition Your Skincare From Summer To The Harsh Canadian Winter

  • 2025-11-06
Switching to winter skincare? Here’s what to keep, what to skip, and how to protect your face and body from dryness.
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Canadian Innovation in Brain Imaging: A Tiny Camera Making Big Strides in Neurosurgery

  • 2025-10-31
Meet the Vena MicroAngioscope: a world-first Canadian innovation giving neurosurgeons real-time, full-colour views from inside the brain’s blood vessels.
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Struggling With the Time Change? Here’s How to Get Back on Track

  • 2025-10-29
Losing or gaining an hour can mess with your energy, mood, and sleep. Here’s how to help your body adjust naturally to the time change.
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From Mammograms to Smart Bras: Transforming Breast Cancer Detection in Canada

  • 2025-10-22
Beyond mammograms: new tools and research are reshaping breast cancer detection in Canada, with equity and precision in mind.
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Vitamin C and Collagen: The Duo Behind Healthy Skin, Strong Joints, and Faster Healing

  • 2025-10-21
Discover how vitamin C fuels collagen production to support healthy skin, strong joints, and tissue repair.
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5 Essential Medical Devices for Proactive Health Monitoring

  • 2025-10-16
🎁 A thoughtful gift for anyone committed to staying on top of their health. Take charge of your health with at-home medical devices like ECGs, blood pressure monitors, pulse oximeters, glucose meters, and thermometers.
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Use This Simple Calcium Calculator For Long-Term Bone Health

  • 2025-10-15
Calcium deficiency is a silent threat leading to fragile bones. Learn how to calculate your daily intake and protect your skeletal health today.
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The Student Stress Reset: 7 Quick Fixes Backed by Science & Student Interviews

  • 2025-10-10
Don't let deadlines crush you. Learn 7 low-effort stress resets, including the 2:4 Pursed-Lip Breathing technique, you can do anywhere!

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