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Dr. Barry Dworkin

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  • January 16, 2019

    Lifetime risk of opioid overdose death in US surpasses that from car accidents

    Health Headlines Commentary for January 16, 2019 Source: Odds of dying from accidental opioid overdose in the US surpass those of dying in car accident Reference: National Safety Council

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    opioid overdose
  • January 15, 2019

    Dunning-Kruger meets the anti-GMO anti-science mindset illustrated in new published study

    Health Headlines Commentary for January 15, 2019 Source: People with extreme anti-science views know the least, but think they know the most: study Reference: Extreme opponents of genetically modified foods know the least but think they know the most

    tagged:

    anti-GMO, anti-science, Dunning-Kruger
  • January 14, 2019

    Sleep studies point to advancing morning school start time by an hour to synchronize with changes in the adolescent’s circadian rhythm.

    Health Headlines Commentary for January 14, 2019 Source: Sleep-deprived pupils need extra hour in bed, schools warned

    tagged:

    sleep deprivation
  • January 11, 2019

    Teens unlikely to heed Health Canada campaign about vaping health risks

    Health Headlines Commentary for January 11, 2019 Source: Health Canada launches campaign to educate teens on the health risks of vaping

    tagged:

    nicotine, vaping
  • January 10, 2019

    The cause of hepatitis vaccine shortages in Canada remain difficult to ascertain. The pharma company’s explanations are as clear as mud.

    Health Headlines Commentary for January 10, 2019 Source: Hepatitis vaccine shortage leaves travellers scrambling

    tagged:

    hepatitis A, hepatitis B
  • January 9, 2019

    Wednesday House Call, January 9, 2019

    Wednesday House Call, January 9, 2019 Dr Barry Dworkin joins Rob Snow to discuss the latest health stories of the week. Today: How other countries fund their health care systems and some of the issues that influence hospital services and overcrowding.

    tagged:

    health care system
  • January 9, 2019

    Peak flu season has not yet arrived in Ottawa

    Health Headlines Commentary for January 9, 2019 Source: At least two deaths reported, but Ottawa’s flu season less severe than some — so far

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  • January 8, 2019

    If you think you have a food allergy and have not been formally tested, this study, albeit observational, suggests you should do so.

    Health Headlines Commentary for January 8, 2019 Source: Half of adults who think they have food allergies actually don’t: study Reference: Prevalence and Severity of Food Allergies Among US Adults

    tagged:

    food allergy, food intolerance
  • January 7, 2019

    New Canada Food Guide to recommend more plant protein consumption.

    Health Headlines Commentary for January 7, 2019 Source: New food guide to encourage Canadians to eat more plant-based protein

    tagged:

    Canada Food Guide, plant protein
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