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…
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Good News for Stroke Treatment
New guidelines give doctors more opportunities to treat stroke patients By Katrina Caruso According to government figures, roughly 741,800 Canadians over the age of 20 are living with the effects of a stroke—that’s almost the population of New…
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…
Why You Don’t Need a Standing Desk
We know that prolonged periods of sitting are bad for you, but a standing desk isn’t going to solve that…
Breast Cancer Survivors Need to Exercise
Working out can help keep breast cancer from recurring By Wendy Haaf Breast cancer treatment has been linked with an…
What You Need to Know About Sunscreen
A high SPF number is a good thing, right? Wrong By Katrina Caruso Misconceptions about sunscreen abound, and misunderstanding what…
