Whether waiting for a bus, playing outside or walking the dog – during the colder winter season, everyone is looking for ways to stay warm. Luckily, the process your body uses to break down foods serves as an internal heater. But when the weather is cold, some defensive strategies are also necessary to prevent your […]
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Many people recover from the flu in about a week but it can also have life-threatening complications for others. This is why learning about the symptoms, treatment options, and prevention tips is so important!
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The news wires have been abuzz with disturbing reports concerning a newly discovered gene, called MCR-1, which reportedly makes normal bacteria resistant to the most powerful antibiotics on the market. Up until now, colistin has only used as a last-ditch antibiotic when all other bacteria-eradicating drugs fail. However, reports from the Toronto Star and the British medical journal, The Lancet, MCR-1 detected in bacteria […]
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Infections can happen as a result of coming into contact with a source of bacteria. This contact often leads to coughs, colds, strep throat, urinary tract problems, and even rashes or skin irritation. While most bacterial infections aren’t serious, leaving them be can mean the infection can worsen and also become contagious. While antibiotics are […]
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Keeping your house germ-free isn’t just a battle to be fought during cold and flu season. It’s a year-long endeavor—especially if you have school-aged children at home. According to the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC), 80-percent of common infections are spread through contaminated hands. Short of wearing a HAZMAT suit when someone is sick […]
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Every winter we’re told it’s a good idea to get the flu shot. But exactly how many times are we going to get the flu? A new study shows that most people over age 30 will get the flu twice over a ten-year period. The study, which was carried out by researchers at Imperial College […]
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A new study suggests that being exposed to cold weather can actually increase the chances of getting a nasty cold. The study, carried out by Yale University scientists, showed that exposure to even a slight chill dramatically increased the chances of lab mice acquiring rhinoviruses, or symptoms associated with the common cold. The study also […]
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New research shows that it’s okay to work out while suffering from an illness — so long as it’s a mild condition. In fact, some health experts believe engaging in physical exercise of moderate intensity can actually help you overcome a cold. “If you are mildly sick, [staying] active will promote your immune function, and […]
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There isn’t much a person can do to overcome the flu except stay home and rest, however these 6 foods might also help ease any symptoms associated with the flu to ensure a speedy recovery!
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Germs—be they viral infections, bacterial microbes, or super bugs waiting to take you out for an entire week—are invisible and brutal in their penetration of our lives. However, in a world rife with germs just waiting to attack, many of us pass them back and forth unbeknownst via very common daily habits, like these… Airplane […]
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