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More celebrity advice that should be refuted then ignored.
Health Headlines Commentary for January 31, 2019 Source: Don’t follow J. Lo’s ‘unhealthy’ 10-day no carb and sugar challenge
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Providing the latest information about the risk and benefits of screening mammograms for women over 40 will assist the decision-making process.The decision will always be with the patient.
Health Headlines Commentary for January 30, 2019 Source: Canadians respond to call to ‘get mad’ over new guidelines for screening breast cancer Reference: Screening for breast cancer with mammography Quantifying the Benefits and Harms of Screening Mammography My commentary about this.
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Wednesday House Call, January 30, 2019: Let’s talk about the difficulties people with mental health issues have accessing care. Dr Barry Dworkin joins Rob Snow to discuss mental health issues. Today: Is there evidence for using cannabis to treat confusion due to Alzheimer’s? Difficulties accessing mental health services Effects of concussion on depression
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Ottawa Public Health continues its mandate to ensure all students’ vaccinations are up-to-date before the school suspension deadline.
Health Headlines Commentary for January 29, 2019 Source: Hundreds of local students face suspension in ongoing immunization blitz
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Sunday House Call, #681, January 27, 2019: The science of successful matchmaking
Sunday House Call, #681, January 27, 2019: The science of successful matchmaking Topics today include: The flu vaccine is a great match this year with 91% efficacy for young children and adults. Your calls about: How to assess cancer risk from x-ray exposure. A great website will help you determine your risk. Bloating after eating. How…
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Some cities reassessing previous decision to remove fluoride from tap water after reports indicate that children experienced increased incidence of dental caries thereafter.
Health Headlines Commentary for January 25, 2019 Source: Canadian cities rethink removal of fluoride from tap water Reference: Community Water Fluoridation Programs: A Health Technology Assessment
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Gatineau child, 3, dies of flu; mother warns ‘it can happen to anyone’.
Health Headlines Commentary for January 24, 2019 Source: Gatineau child, 3, dies of flu; mother warns ‘it can happen to anyone’.
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Wednesday House Call, January 23, 2019: The New Canada Food Guide
Wednesday House Call, January 23, 2019: The New Canada Food Guide Dr Barry Dworkin joins Rob Snow to discuss the latest health stories of the week. Today: The New Canada Food Guide represents a change for the better in terms of using evidenced- based Information as opposed to industry influence. Your calls: The difference between…
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New Canada Food Guide uses evidenced-based decision-making and rebuts industry influence.
Health Headlines Commentary for January 23, 2019 Source: New food guide unveiled without food groups or recommended servings
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