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High Blood Pressure

Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death worldwide, and people who have abnormally high blood pressure or hypertension in their arteries are far more likely to die prematurely of heart disease. Hypertension is one of the main risk factors for heart disease, stroke, and kidney failure. Primary hypertension is when the cause […]

What is Asthma?

Asthma is a chronic lung condition that causes inflammation, increased mucus, and muscle tightening causing the airways to narrow, and as a result, air can’t move through the lungs as well as it should, making it difficult to breathe. Everyone’s lungs are sensitive to different things; lungs in asthmatic people are, in simple terms, more […]

Clean Out That Cabinet!

When was the last time you cleaned out your medicine cabinet? It is very important to check expiry dates and to discard of all outdated medications or those that show signs of breaking down. Just like food, medications spoil over time. Old ASA (eg., Aspirin®) and acetaminophen tablets that are ready to be thrown out […]

Cold Sores

Cold sores are caused by a virus called herpes simplex. They usually appear around the mouth and on the lips. They are highly contagious but not dangerous. On average, people who get cold sores have 2 or 3 episodes a year, but this figure can vary from person to person. The most common cause of cold […]

Watch Your Step!

Falls can lead to serious injuries, such as hip and wrist fractures, that can rob you of your independence – and even your life. In fact, falls are the main cause of serious injury and death among older people. As we age, we are more prone to falling, so be sure to get regular checkups […]

Tension Headaches

Headaches are extremely common. Most headaches disappear on their own, or with the help of mild pain relievers. Although most headaches are mild and temporary annoyances, some people have headaches that are so severe they need to consult a doctor for pain relief. Headaches can be triggered by a variety of factors. The most common […]

Acne

Acne is an inflammation of the skin that causes blackheads, whiteheads, and red spots. Acne affects about 90% of adolescents, as well as 20% to 30% of individuals aged 20 to 40 years. It accounts for more doctor visits than any other skin problem. Things that irritate your skin can also cause acne. These include: […]

Sun Care

There is a bewildering array of skin and hair care products confronting men and women in magazine, television advertising, and at cosmetic counters. However most claims by the manufacturers are simply not true. The single most important thing you can do for your skin is to wear a sun block every day. All ultraviolet (UV) […]