Monthly Archives: May 2023

The face of bladder cancer is getting younger

When Jack Moon was diagnosed with bladder cancer in 2005, he relied on his medical team to treat the disease that had invaded his body. But Canada had very little in the way of emotional support, a critical component of … Continue reading

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New cystic fibrosis drug offers extended lease on life

Although only about 4,300 Canadians are living with it, cystic fibrosis is the most common fatal genetic disease affecting children and young adults, according to Cystic Fibrosis Canada. Half of those who died with CF in the past five years … Continue reading

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Working Toward Life Without Lupus

Of all the famous faces living with lupus —Toni Braxton, Nick Cannon, Seal, even U.S. former first lady Barbara Bush’s dog Millie — Selena Gomez has been the most visible. The singer-actress was diagnosed in 2015 and has shared her … Continue reading

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Why fibromyalgia is still a pain to diagnose

When Suzy Groenewegen couldn’t shake a cold for nearly eight months, she assumed that, because she worked at a school, she was picking up every germ the kids brought through the doors. But then she developed a rash across her … Continue reading

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Poor oral hygiene can lead to bad body outcomes

A routine trip to the dentist office could reveal more than a cavity or two. In fact, your dentist could take one look at your not-so-pearly whites and spot a potentially life-threatening condition. According to the Canadian Dental Association (CDA), … Continue reading

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