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September 25, 2024

Wait Times for Surgery

, based on data from the Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI), reveals that Saskatchewan has the second-longest wait times in Canada for priority surgical procedures. The study, which...

September 23, 2024

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Go Easy on the Sauce

A new study highlights a concerning link between light drinking and cancer risk in older adults, especially those with existing health issues or from low-income areas. The research found no...

September 18, 2024

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Are Statins Really Any Good?

, lauded for their ability to prevent fatal heart attacks and strokes by lowering cholesterol. In the UK, the NHS spends £100 million annually, issuing over 70 million prescriptions for statins....

September 16, 2024

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Too Many Pills for Grandpa

, managing multiple medications in elderly patients — commonly referred to as polypharmacy — has become an increasing concern. Polypharmacy, defined as the use of five or more medications, is...

September 11, 2024

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Hospital Overcrowding May Be Leading to Thousands of Preventable Deaths

’s emergency rooms are at a breaking point, with overcrowding, staff burnout, and systemic inefficiencies potentially leading to thousands of preventable deaths each year.

September 4, 2024

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Workplace Disability Costs UK £100 Billion a Year

Workplace sickness is costing UK businesses over £100 billion each year, with presenteeism playing a major role in lost productivity. This growing issue highlights the need for better workplace...

September 3, 2024

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Cannabis Increases Cancer Risk

A study involving over four million patients found that those with cannabis use disorder have a more than threefold increased risk of head and neck cancers. The findings emphasize the need for...

August 28, 2024

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Young Canadian Workers Prefer In-Person and Hybrid Work Over Remote

, Canada’s youngest workers are showing a strong preference for in-person and hybrid work models over fully remote options. A longitudinal study conducted by the University of Waterloo’s Youth...

August 26, 2024

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Yes! Your Gut talks to your Brain

— the ecosystem of microorganisms living in our digestive system — and how we respond to stress. This connection between the gut and mental health could open new doors for understanding and...

August 21, 2024

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New Gold Standard for Chronic Pain?

A recent study published in JAMA Network Open has sparked interest in Emotional Awareness and Expression Therapy (EAET) as a potential alternative to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for treating...