Let’s face it, between the bad weather and frigid temperatures, winter doesn’t bring that many joys, except for the fun winter sports! Diabetes doesn’t have to get in the way of enjoying outdoor activities, it just requires a few extra steps in order to ensure proper safety.
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While falls are more common among seniors, they aren’t necessarily a “normal” part of aging and can be easily avoided. Physiotherapist Eric Leckie, takes us through the most common causes of falls in seniors and how to avoid them.
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For many people, it can be just an annoyance but for others, it can make it difficult to sleep, focus, and more. Pulsatile tinnitus isn’t something you should ignore. It can be a symptom of a serious underlying condition. We discuss the symptoms, causes, and treatments of pulsatile tinnitus so you can get on the path to recovery fast.
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We are here to teach you everything you need to know about fasting for a blood test. What you can and cannot eat, how long you need to fast, and so much more. We promise your doctor isn’t trying to make you hungry or irritable by scheduling a fasting blood test. He or she wants to get the most accurate results and give you the very best care possible.
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From a healthy dose of dietary fiber to being a source of antioxidants that can help protect against disease, here are some naturally sweet reasons to reach for dates the next time you have a snack craving.
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We’ve all experienced stress at some point in time or another. While we tend to use it as a general term, there are actually different types of stress which means there are also different ways to handle each version. Here’s an in-depth look at the different types of stress and how to best manage each one.
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