Seniors Are at Risk for Food Poisoning
A recent survey for Health Canada suggests weakness in Canadians’ food-safety awareness By Katrina Caruso Survey results presented…
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More Blood Pressure Medications Subject to Recall
If you’re taking a blood pressure drug containing valsartan, check with your pharmacist By Katrina Caruso Earlier this month, Good Times reported that a number of drugs containing valsartan were being recalled in Canada, the United States, and abroad. Now…
There’s Probably Much Too Much Salt in Your Bread
A survey of breads in more than 32 countries revealed that a lot of Canadian bread contains too much sodium…
Good News for Stroke Treatment
New guidelines give doctors more opportunities to treat stroke patients By Katrina Caruso According to government figures, roughly…
The Go-To Diabetes Drug
A recent addition to the pages of Good Times magazine is “Your Health Questions,” in which we find experts to…
Omega-3 Supplements Don’t Dent Heart Risk
The fatty acids in fish oil do offer protective benefits, but they have to come from your diet and not…
Minimize Your Risk for Pancreatic Cancer
Pancreatic cancer is one of the most deadly forms of cancer, but you can do something to reduce the odds…
Are Parabens Actually Bad for You?
Some preservatives used in many beauty products have been linked to breast cancer, but it seems the media fuss and…
What You Need to Know About Tattoo Removal
Want to get rid of that tattoo you got years ago? You can—but it’s not quick, easy, or cheap …
Common Blood Pressure and Heart Drug Recalled
Health Canada and the US Food and Drug Administration have announced that a number of drugs containing the medication valsartan…
