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M Mental Health

Gaming disorder

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Unplugging the Controllers: Video Game Disorder in Canada

Video games are a part of life for many, but there is a point at which too much gaming becomes a disorder. Learn more from Megha Vatsya, an Occupational Therapist & Psychotherapist with CAMH

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Older adult feeling anxiety

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Getting Help For Anxiety in Older Adults

18 per cent of Canadians 65+ experience anxiety or depression. The medical community has developed guidelines to help. Learn more about identifying anxiety and getting diagnosis and treatment.

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Navigating Prostate Cancer Screening in Canada: A Quick Guide

Over 24,000 Canadians are diagnosed with prostate cancer yearly. Here's how to protect yourself.

D Dementia & Alzheimer’s

Elan and his mom

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Music and Dementia: Reconnecting With My Mother

Music can have an incredible effect on dementia patients. Learn more about the author's journey with his mother, her beloved music and what it means for both of them.

Pregnancy genetic screening

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Prenatal Genetic Testing in Canada: Balancing Knowledge, Choices, and Difficult Decisions

The decision whether or not to do genetic tests prenatally is a deeply personal one. Read on to learn more.

Toilet for poop

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How Inspecting Your Poop Can Inform Your Health

Inspecting poop isn't a typical habit, but it might be time to look a bit closer as poop can give insights into overall health.

person diet planning

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How to Stick to Your Health Goals and Say No To Quitters Day

New Years Resolutions can be tricky to stick with so here's a way to make a plan that you'll be able to integrate into your life.

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B.C. Says “Goodbye” to Pap Tests and “Hello” to Home HPV Tests for Cervical Cancer Detection

Pap smears can be uncomfortable and painful. Here's a new way to self-test for cervical cancer.

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Genetic Testing: Unlocking the Secrets of Your DNA

Here is your guide on how to navigate the genetic testing landscape for genetic illnesses in Canada.

Genetics

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Does Health All Boil Down To Genetics?

Genes have a powerful impact on our health, but so do lifestyle and environmental factors, many of which can be within our control.

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Beyond the Neck: The Growing Concern of Thyroid Cancer

Here is what you can do to protect yourself from thyroid cancer.

H Health Topics

Woman wearing mask with COVID

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Long COVID: It’s a Real Thing

Long COVID currently affects 2.1 million Canadians. It has been challenging for sufferers to be heard, but the tides are shifting.