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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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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
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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
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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
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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
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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.
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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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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
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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
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