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What should women know about having better sex? Sex researchers share their findings
Experts say women looking to improve their sex lives can learn more about their bodies and explore the things that turn them on, while also communicating with their partners about their needs and desires.
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This Movember, what men should know about getting screened for prostate cancer
Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men, with an estimated one in eight Canadian men expected to be diagnosed in their lifetimes. Experts say improved screening tools can help more accurately identify prostate cancer, improving mortality by identifying the disease sooner.
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With breast self-exam fallen from favour, how can women reduce their risk of breast cancer?
While the breast self-exam hasn’t been shown to help reduce breast cancer mortality and the exam’s ability to detect cancer early on has been challenged by physicians, some experts say self-exams are still useful. They provide women with important information about their bodies by making them aware of what feels and looks normal.
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Here's what you need to know about rabies
Human cases of rabies are extremely rare in Canada, but some people do still come into contact with rabid animals. Not only is it relatively simple to avoid exposure to the disease, experts say, but there are also effective treatments available for both humans and animals who may have been exposed, including vaccines.
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It's not the pizza, say dermatologists. What really causes acne breakouts
As common as acne is, experts say there are some popular misconceptions about its causes. Research suggests diet and poor hygiene are not the clear culprits, but rather a multitude of factors are at play, including genetics, hormonal changes — and stress.
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How to tell if your child has iron deficiency
Menstruating and pregnant women and girls have the highest risk for iron deficiency. Children between 18 and 24 months old are another group that are at high risk – though for different reasons.
What you need to know about mosquito-borne diseases
Experts say that infection rates in Canada for mosquito-borne diseases are relatively low, but evolving environmental factors — including climate change — mean people should still take precautions to avoid getting bitten.
How do you get people to care about climate change? Start with the new fad dating show
Pop culture references and links to affordability and housing issues are some of the ways that content creators are trying to inject climate change into online conversations, in order to keep audience attention focused on environmental issues.
Legendary Canadian wrestling brand gets a reboot thanks to this former grappler
Decades after Maple Leaf Wrestling was acquired by what is now known as World Wrestling Entertainment, former pro wrestler and promoter Scott D'Amore has relaunched the brand under a new name: Maple Leaf Pro Wrestling.
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Summer means more bugs, heat and injuries. Here's how to protect yourself
As Canadians enter another hot summer, experts recommend taking preventive measures to protect against injuries, summer heat and bugs — and to seek professional medical help if regular first aid doesn't provide relief.