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The Skinny on Lip Plumpers
By Rebecca Nelson, MD MSc FRCSC Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon Years ago, as a medical student, I spent a month working for a dermatologist who carried a large line of cosmetic skin products in...
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How Do You Know If You Are Hearing Impaired?
Interview with Selene Finlayson, Registered Hearing Instrument Practitioner & Owner, NexGen Hearing www.NexGenHearing.com DWL: How do you know if you cannot hear everything 100%? Selene: As a rule...
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Ten Tips For Raising A Healthy Family
by Rachel, RN Raising healthy children in present day society is a challenge for many parents because of busy work schedules, easy fast-food options and engaging electronic devices that keep kids idle....
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What Is Plantar Fasciitis And Who Suffers From It?
By Nevin Thompson If you’re active and over 35, you may have encountered a stinging sensation along the bottom of your foot. The pain can be excruciating, and you may have heard the words “plantar...
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Optimal Eye Health
Interview with Dr. Bryce Ford, MD FRCSC Clinical Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at the University of Calgary DWL: What are some preventative care tips you can provide to help ensure optimal eye...
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Snoring Keeping You Awake At Night?
Photo by Rosa Pomares “Snoring is a problem is many households, and many wives and husbands complain about the noisy problem,” says Dr. Cheung, an Otolaryngologist who is based in British Columbia. “I...
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Women Do Not Have Prostates
By Dr. Christopher Morse, MD Well, we’re halfway through another Movember – the month where men of all ages work on their “mo’s” (moustaches) to help raise awareness and money for prostate cancer...
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How an Occupational Therapist Helps People
Interview with Karen Baker, an Occupational Therapist based in Victoria, British Columbia DWL: What is the most common physical issue your patients experience? Karen: I work in Outpatient Neuro Rehab...
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Important Eye Health Information for You and Your Family
Interview with Dr. Nadia Malik, Optometrist based in Victoria, British Columbia All About Contact Lenses DWL: Can my child wear contact lenses during sports activities? Dr. Malik: Contact lenses are...
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Who Should Take Nutritional Supplements?
Stefanie Copple, Registered Dietitian I believe there are some supplements that everyone should include in their daily routine, while others have more personalized requirements. Three supplements I...
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It’s Not In Her Head By Karin Maxey Pain. Most of us experienced it our first time. But every time after that? It’s the dirty little secret 16% of women are living with, and not in a good way. When...
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100 Calorie Burn
By Joanna Vander Vlugt I have heard from many people that they are ‟too busy and don’t have time to work out.” Here’s the question: how easy is it to burn 100 calories? How much time is involved?...
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How to Detect Vision Problems in Your Child
Interview with Dr. Nadia Malik, Optometrist who is based in Victoria, British Columbia At what age should children get an eye exam? As young as six months old, if the parents notice that the child has...
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Quick Tips for Weight Control
Quick Tips for Weight Control By Stephanie Fehrmann It’s been said that some individuals can gain up to thirty pounds a year if they eat the same as they did in their 20s. Increased levels of...
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Infertility Myths Debunked
National Infertility Awareness Week: Infertility Myths Debunked By Mary Jane Minkin, M.D., ob/gyn at the Yale School of Medicine and FIRST RESPONSE™ Spokesperson This week is National Infertility...
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Finding Nutrient-Rich Choices in Every Shopping Aisle
Stefanie Copple, Registered Dietitian Healthy eating starts at the grocery store. Shop for nutrient-rich choices in every aisle. Nutrient-rich food offers more vitamins, minerals and other nutrients...
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Migraine vs. Chronic Migraine
Not sure if you or a loved one have Migraine or Chronic Migraine? Read more to learn how you can determine which kind you are experiencing. There is a free event being offered in Toronto on Wednesday,...
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What comes first Brush or Floss? + Giveaway
By Maria from Today’s Dental Centre in Oak Bay, Victoria, BC. Flossing and brushing are more effective than flossing alone. A toothbrush works by physically removing plaque (plaque is a bacteria laden...
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Make the Most Out of the Food You Buy
Stefanie Copple, Registered Dietitian Putting away groceries? An unpacking strategy goes a long way to keeping food fresh. Unpacking groceries may seem like a mindless task, but a few important steps...
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May 23rd International Day to End Obstetric Fistula
Mercy Ships Canada and other health organizations and charities around the world are recognizing May 23rd as International Day to End Obstetric Fistula. This year, the date marks not only the 10th...
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